← Back to Clinical Trials
Recruiting NCT06231108

NCT06231108 Which Taping Technique is More Effective on Balance Skills in Children With Mildly Affected Cerebral Palsy?

◆ AI Clinical Summary
Plain-language summary for patients
Clinical Trial Summary
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

Sex All sexes
Min Age 4 Years
Max Age 15 Years
Study Type OBSERVATIONAL
Interventions
Kinesio Taping

Eligibility Fast-Check

Enter your details for a quick preliminary check. This does not replace medical advice.

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.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

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

Central Contact

Seda Ayaz Taş, Phd

✉ seda.ayaztas@ibu.edu.tr

📞 +90 549 545 80 40

Principal 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.

Related Trials

Related Intelligence Guides

In-depth guides covering this condition's trials, eligibility, and what to expect.

ClinicalMetric — Independent clinical trial intelligence platform. Not affiliated with NIH, ClinicalTrials.gov, the U.S. FDA, or any pharmaceutical company, hospital, or clinical research organization. Trial data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Do not make any treatment, enrollment, or health decisions based solely on information found here — always consult a qualified healthcare professional. Full Disclaimer  ·  Last Reviewed: July 2026  ·  Data Methodology