Status:
COMPLETED
Whole Body Vibration for Children and Young Adults With Moderate Severity of Cerebral Palsy
Lead Sponsor:
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Collaborating Sponsors:
Manchester Metropolitan University
Conditions:
Cerebral Palsy
Eligibility:
All Genders
6-45 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Osteopenia is common in children with cerebral palsy (CP) due to poor bone growth and muscle disuse and the problem extends to their adulthood. These children and young adults with CP, especially thos...
Detailed Description
Osteopenia is common in children with cerebral palsy (CP) due to poor bone growth and muscle disuse and the problem extends to their adulthood. These children and young adults with CP, especially thos...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy with Gross Motor Function Classification System, GMFCS level III or IV
- able to stand on a vibration platform independently or by holding rails on their own
- able to follow simple instructions
Exclusion
- a history of fracture within 8 weeks of enrolment of the present study and acute thrombosis, muscle or tendon inflammation, renal stones, discopathy or arthritis as reported by their parent/ guardian.
- behavioral problems that prevent them to follow simple instructions
- females who are pregnant
- any metal implant
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
February 20 2018
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
September 28 2018
Estimated Enrollment :
14 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT03375736
Start Date
February 20 2018
End Date
September 28 2018
Last Update
October 17 2018
Active Locations (1)
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hung Hom, Hong Kong