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

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Conditions studied: Cerebral Palsy

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06951568

Run by

Facultat de ciencies de la Salut Universitat Ramon Llull

People needed

20

Starts

2025-05-02

Expected to finish

2025-09-30

Last updated by the study team

2025-04-30

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 80. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Adults with a medical diagnosis of cerebral palsy
• Age: 18-50 years
• Reduced mobility classified as levels I, II, or III according to the GMFCS
• Ability to participate in functional assessments with the support of the clinical team
• Ability to understand informed consent or have a legal representative who can provide consent on their behalf

You may not qualify if…

• Patients with cerebral palsy who have severe cognitive impairments that hinder understanding of instructions or participation in assessments
• Adults with cerebral palsy who present with medical conditions that may interfere with the intervention, such as severe cardiovascular disease or major neurological disorders
• Individuals with cerebral palsy who are participating in another intervention study during the same period

Where it is running

• Pedro Victor López Plaza — Barcelona, Spain (enrolling)

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