Actively Recruiting
Activities-based Locomotor Training in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Led by Baylor University · Updated on 2025-12-03
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
137 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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Baylor University
Lead Sponsor
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Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This project aims to improve the quality of life and functional outcomes for young non-ambulatory children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) by investigating the efficacy of an Activities-Based Locomotor Training (AB-LT) program compared to usual care. By targeting the body structures, activities, and participation components of the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) framework, this study seeks to enhance our understanding of neuroplasticity and motor learning in this population, offering a novel approach to rehabilitation. Results from this research will lead to more effective, individualized therapies that improve motor function, reduce disability, and ultimately lower the long-term healthcare needs associated with CP.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Activities-based Locomotor Training in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Child is able to hold their head upright for 5 seconds when supported at the trunk in sitting
- Child is non-ambulatory or does not primarily walk to get around
- Child is willing to attend the AB-LT intervention at Fortis Therapy Center for 3 hours per day, 5 days per week, for 3 weeks
- Child is willing to commit to a total of 7 weeks in the study and continue usual care when not in the AB-LT intervention
You will not qualify if you...
- Child has had surgery or botulinum toxin injections within the past 6 months
- Child has uncontrolled epilepsy
- Child has uncontrolled cardiovascular disease
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Fortis Therapy Center
Dripping Springs, Texas, United States, 78620
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
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Elizabeth Ardolino, PhD, PT
CONTACT
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Megan Flores, PhD, PT
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
CROSSOVER
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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