Effects of CHRIST Among Children With Spastic CP

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Conditions studied: Cerebral Palsy

In brief

This Quasi experimental study investigates the effects of CHRIST on In Hand Manipulation and Grip Strength amonfg children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy. The study involves 14 children from 6-12 years of age, and will be given intervention for 10 weeks period. Key performance outcomes- In Hand Manipulation and Grip Strength will be assessed both before and after the intervention. This study aims to address this gap by evaluating the effects of the CHRIST on IHM and grip strength in children diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy. The hypothesis is that integrating strength training with high repetition, functionally relevant tasks yields greater and more practical gains than strength training or conventional therapy alone. Data will be analyzed through SPSS version 27.0

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07244146

Run by

Riphah International University

People needed

14

Starts

2025-10-22

Expected to finish

2026-06-16

Last updated by the study team

2025-11-24

Who can join

Age: 6 and older, up to 12. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Children Diagnosed with hemiplegic spastic cerebral palsy.
• Age 6-12 years.
• Capable of following commands regarding hand use and testing.
• Capable of communicating needs.
• Parents or caregivers willing to provide informed consent and participate in the study.
• No contraindications to moderate physical activity.
• Able to lift the more affected arm 15 cm above a table surface and grasp light objects

You may not qualify if…

• Children with musculoskeletal system injuries, including upper limb fractures or contractures, as well as those who had received medications affecting muscle strength or spasticity, were excluded from the study.
• Orthopedic surgery involving the more affected hand within the past 6 months.
• Children with Cardiovascular disease.
• Lack of cooperation with instructions or other behavioral challenges that prevent effective delivery of intensive therapy.
• Visual impairments that may hinder active participation.
• Seizure or family history of seizure disorders

Where it is running

• Imran Amjad — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)

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