NCT06231108 Which Taping Technique is More Effective on Balance Skills in Children With Mildly Affected Cerebral Palsy?
| NCT ID | NCT06231108 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Abant Izzet Baysal University |
| Condition | Cerebral Palsy |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 28 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-01-21 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-06-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 28 participants in total. It began in 2024-01-21 with a primary completion date of 2025-06-01.
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Brief Summary
"Our study aims to determine which of ankle correction, quadriceps facilitation, and gluteus maximus facilitation taping provides a better immediate effect on balance skills in children with mildly affected cerebral palsy. Children whose parents have given consent for the study will undergo three different taping applications with a one-week interval. After each taping application, a 15-minute waiting period will be observed, followed by balance assessment using the Wii Balance System with eyes open and closed."
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosis of bilateral spastic type cerebral palsy (CP), * Age between 4-15 years, * Communication Function Classification System (CFCS) level 1-2, * Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level 1-2, * Volunteering to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria: * Having experienced lower extremity fracture, muscle-tendon, or bone surgery in the last 6 months, or undergone spine or orthopedic surgery that would affect the lower extremity, * Exposure to any pharmacological agent or intervention inhibiting spasticity in the last 6 months, * Developing an allergic reaction to kinesio tape."
Contact & Investigator
Ozge KARANLIK, Msc
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Abant Izzet Baysal University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06231108 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 4 Years or older, up to 15 Years, studying Cerebral Palsy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06231108 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06231108 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at seda.ayaztas@ibu.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06231108 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT06231108 clinical trial?
NCT06231108 is sponsored by Abant Izzet Baysal University. The principal investigator is Ozge KARANLIK, Msc at Abant Izzet Baysal University. The trial plans to enroll 28 participants.
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