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Effects of CHRIST Among Children With Spastic CP
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2025-11-24
14
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
33 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This Quasi experimental study investigates the effects of CHRIST on In Hand Manipulation and Grip Strength amonfg children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy. The study involves 14 children from 6-12 years of age, and will be given intervention for 10 weeks period. Key performance outcomes- In Hand Manipulation and Grip Strength will be assessed both before and after the intervention. This study aims to address this gap by evaluating the effects of the CHRIST on IHM and grip strength in children diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy. The hypothesis is that integrating strength training with high repetition, functionally relevant tasks yields greater and more practical gains than strength training or conventional therapy alone. Data will be analyzed through SPSS version 27.0
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Effects of CHRIST Among Children With Spastic CP
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children diagnosed with hemiplegic spastic cerebral palsy
- Aged 6 to 12 years
- Able to follow commands related to hand use and testing
- Able to communicate their needs
- Parents or caregivers willing to provide informed consent and participate
- No contraindications to moderate physical activity
- Able to lift the more affected arm 15 cm above a table and grasp light objects
You will not qualify if you...
- Children with musculoskeletal injuries such as upper limb fractures or contractures
- Children who have received medications affecting muscle strength or spasticity
- Orthopedic surgery on the more affected hand within the past 6 months
- Children with cardiovascular disease
- Lack of cooperation or behavioral challenges preventing therapy
- Visual impairments hindering active participation
- Seizure or family history of seizure disorders
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Imran Amjad
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 5400
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Research Team
I
IMRAN AMJAD, PHD
CONTACT
M
MUHAMMAD ASIF JAVED, MSPT
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
1
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