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Treadmill Training and Whole-body Vibration for Cerebral Palsy
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Led By Jianhua Wu, PhD
Research Sponsored by Georgia State University
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Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up immediately after intervention
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial is investigating the effects of combining whole-body vibration with treadmill training on spasticity and gait in ambulatory children with cerebral palsy.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for children aged 6-17 with spastic Cerebral Palsy who can follow instructions on a treadmill. They should be able to walk (GMFCS level I, II, or III). Kids with recent musculoskeletal injuries, Botox treatments in the legs, significant heart issues, or uncontrolled seizures cannot participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if adding Whole-body Vibration (WBV) to Treadmill Training (TT) helps improve walking and reduce muscle stiffness better than TT alone in kids with Cerebral Palsy. It looks at how one session of WBV might boost the benefits of a TT session.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly stated here, potential side effects may include fatigue from exercise and discomfort from vibration. The risk of falls could also be higher during treadmill training.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ immediately after intervention
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~immediately after intervention
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Lower extremity spasticity as measured by the Modified Tardieu Test
Overground gait dynamic ankle range of motion
Overground gait dynamic knee range of motion
+3 moreTrial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Intervention GroupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
There are two intervention groups: treadmill walking only, whole-body vibration plus treadmill walking.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Georgia State UniversityLead Sponsor
58 Previous Clinical Trials
25,449 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Cerebral Palsy
50 Patients Enrolled for Cerebral Palsy
Jianhua Wu, PhD4.48 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - Georgia State University
Georgia State University
1 Previous Clinical Trials
40 Total Patients Enrolled
5Patient Review
Dr. Smith was wonderful! So kind and personable. I even remembered him from when he saw my son 8 years ago — he still had the same great smile.
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have a Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level of I, II, or III.You have trouble understanding and following instructions while walking on the treadmill.You are between 6 and 17 years old when the data is collected.You have had a muscle or bone injury in the last 3 months.You have had Botox injections in your legs within the last 3 months.You have been diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy.You have been diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy.You are between 6 and 17 years old when the information is collected.You have a level of I, II, or III on the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS).
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Intervention Group
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
Alabama
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Georgia State University
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
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