Status:
RECRUITING
A Novel Program Using Ride-on Toys to Improve Upper Extremity Function in Children With Hemiplegia
Lead Sponsor:
University of Connecticut
Collaborating Sponsors:
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Conditions:
Hemiplegia
Cerebral Palsy
Eligibility:
All Genders
3-8 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility and utility of 2 types of play-based training programs co-delivered by researchers and caregivers within home/community settings to promote arm f...
Detailed Description
Prior to the start of the study, researchers will conduct a phone screening with the family to confirm their child's eligibility to participate in the study. Once eligibility is confirmed, during the ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Boys and girls between the ages of 3 - 8 years
- Diagnosed with hemiplegia by a medical doctor with clear asymmetry in upper extremity strength and control (i.e., one upper limb is clearly weaker than the other)
- Can maintain a supported sitting position for at least 15 minutes
Exclusion
- Only lower limb involvement
- Recent history (within past 6 months) of trauma or surgery or Botox
- Uncorrected blindness/profound visual impairment
- Fixed deformities at wrist or hand
- No active control in affected UE
- Inability to follow 2-step directions
- Weight \> 150 lbs.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 26 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
September 1 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06579027
Start Date
September 26 2024
End Date
September 1 2026
Last Update
June 5 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Physical Therapy Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut, United States, 06269