Status:
COMPLETED
The Effect of Task-oriented EMG-triggered ES on Upper Limb Motor Function in Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
Lead Sponsor:
nihal tezel
Conditions:
Cerebral Palsy, Spastic
Eligibility:
All Genders
4-18 years
Brief Summary
The purpose of our study; to investigate the effects of EMG-induced ES treatment on hand functions, muscle strength, and quality of life in patients with hemiplegic CP.
Detailed Description
Upper limb spasticity greatly affects the hand functions of patients with cerebral palsy (CP) and impairs quality of life. The most important goal in rehabilitation; despite the existing deficiencies,...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- having a diagnosis of CP
- age between 4 and 18 year
- at least 10° of the active wrist and finger extension in the affected limb but less than normal
- upper limb spasticity (shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers) less than or equal to grade 2 according to the modified Ashworth scale (MAS)
- should be able to receive command
Exclusion
- Mental retardation
- Passive range of motion (ROM) limitation in the upper extremity
- Sensory impairment in the upper extremity
- The visual and auditory deficit in the upper extremity
- MAS is more than 3.
- Botulinum toxin application to the upper limb in the last 6 months
- Any surgical application to the upper limb in the last 6 months
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2020
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
March 1 2024
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT04394819
Start Date
January 1 2020
End Date
March 1 2024
Last Update
March 8 2024
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Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye), 06010