Clinical Research Directory

Short-Term Effects of Manual Therapy Prior to Neuromotor Therapy in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This pilot study aims to evaluate the immediate, short-term biomechanical and neuromuscular effects of lower limb manual therapy applied as a preparatory phase prior to functional neuromotor rehabilitation in children with spastic cerebral palsy (hemiplegic and diplegic forms). Using a prospective self-controlled design, 20 children will be assessed under four experimental conditions (baseline, post-manual therapy, post-functional therapy, and post-combined manual + functional therapy) to determine if manual techniques enhance gait parameters and motor execution.

Effect of Treadmill Gait Training Combined With Conventional Physiotherapy on Gait Performance and Functional Mobility in Children With Bilateral Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition that affects movement, muscle control, and walking ability in children. Children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy often experience increased muscle stiffness, difficulty with walking, reduced balance, and limited functional mobility. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate whether treadmill gait training combined with conventional physiotherapy can improve walking ability, gross motor function, balance, and mobility compared with conventional physiotherapy alone. Children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy will receive a 12-week rehabilitation program, and changes in motor function, gait performance, spasticity, and walking endurance will be assessed before and after treatment.

Kinesio Taping Versus Electrical Stimulation on Dysphagia in Bilateral Cerebral Palsy

The purpose of this study will be to compare the effect between kinesiotaping and neuromuscular electrical stimulation on dysphagia in children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy.