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Constraint-induced Movement Therapy Combined With Functional Electrical Stimulation in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Led by Montiha Azeem · Updated on 2026-05-14
46
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
6 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) combined with Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) versus CIMT alone in improving upper limb function, reducing spasticity, and enhancing functional independence in children with cerebral palsy (CP). A total of 46 children aged 3 to 15 years with spastic or dyskinetic cerebral palsy will be recruited from rehabilitation centers and hospitals in Sukkur, Pakistan. Participants will be randomly assigned into two groups: Group A will receive CIMT combined with FES, while Group B will receive CIMT alone. Both groups will undergo supervised therapy sessions five times per week for six weeks. Outcomes will be assessed before and after treatment using the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), Melbourne Assessment of Unilateral Upper Limb Function (MUUL), and Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI). The study aims to determine whether combining FES with CIMT provides greater improvements in motor recovery and daily functional performance in children with CP.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Constraint-induced Movement Therapy Combined With Functional Electrical Stimulation in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged 3 to 15 years, including both male and female
- Diagnosed with cerebral palsy confirmed by medical assessment
- Moderate to severe upper limb impairment as measured by motor function scales
- Spastic or dyskinetic types of cerebral palsy
- Cognitive ability to participate in therapy as determined by mental status examination
- No recent interventions like surgery or Botox that might affect participation
You will not qualify if you...
- Contraindications to functional electrical stimulation such as pacemaker or skin conditions
- Presence of other major neurological or musculoskeletal disorders like traumatic brain injury or muscular dystrophy
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hira medical center Sukkur
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
M
Muhammad Hafeezullah Tariq, MSPPT
CONTACT
M
Montiha Azeem, MSPTN
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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