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Study of the Effect of Peripheral Somatosensory Stimulation on the Functionality of Patients With Cerebral Palsy and Reduced Mobility

NCT06951568 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2025-04-30

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Summary

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a permanent neurological disorder that affects movement and posture, caused by an injury to the developing brain. It may also be accompanied by cognitive, hearing, and speech impairments, as well as epilepsy. Although it is a condition that manifests in childhood, its effects persist throughout life, posing specific challenges in mobility and functionality during adulthood. Although physiotherapy is a key component in the rehabilitation of children with CP and helps adults manage pain and improve motor function, many adults with CP do not receive the treatment they need. Barriers such as financial difficulties, transportation issues, and the lack of physiotherapists specialized in CP affect both access to and the quality of care. Even when physiotherapy is provided, adults with CP are often less satisfied with the services compared to children.The aim of this study is to promote the recovery of motor function in adults with cerebral palsy through sensory stimulation of the lower limbs, as part of an intensive motor rehabilitation program. This program seeks to foster autonomy in movements and transfers, as well as active participation in daily life activities.

Conditions

  • Cerebral Palsy

Interventions

OTHER

Physical Exercise Program

The physiotherapy protocol has been developed using the GMFCS scale as a reference. Based on this assessment, each patient's level is determined according to their functional motor abilities, limitations, and use of assistive or mobility devices. Each protocol consists of a total of five exercises: two general exercises and three specific exercises focused on the phases of the corresponding transfer and on skills common to all transfers. Rest periods of 2 minutes and 30 seconds are provided between exercises to ensure adequate recovery and a safe progression. The somatosensory stimulation will consist of intermittent mechanical pressure applied to the skin over the neuromuscular motor points of the quadriceps and gastrocnemius muscles. T

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Cerebral Palsy Association

    collaborator OTHER

  • Facultat de ciencies de la Salut Universitat Ramon Llull

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Model
CROSSOVER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
80 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-05-02
Primary Completion
2025-07-02
Completion
2025-09-30

Countries

  • Spain

Study Locations

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