Active clinical trials for "Paralysis"

The clinical syndrome of PSP responds poorly to all available forms of therapy used in Parkinson's Disease (PD). Currently, no effective treatment exists. Coenzyme Q10 in high doses has been shown to be a beneficial therapy in PD and might possibly be a beneficial therapy for PSP. This study will compare the efficacy, safety and tolerability of Coenzyme Q10 versus placebo in patients with atypical parkinsonian syndrome, progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).

Motor imagery (MI) is a promising method to improve more cognitive aspects of motor behaviour, and may, thus, be effective for facilitating motor planning in children with Cerebral Palsy (CP). MI training facilitates the neural plasticity by enhancing the neuronal cortical pathways in brain. In children with CP, motor planning and MI capacity were found to be affected by studies. In the literature, there are studies about the evaluation of MI in Unilateral CP but there is insufficient number of studies included in MI in the rehabilitation program. The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of motor imagery training for gait and lower extremity muscle activity (with EMG), functional capacity, quality of life, and time performance variables in Children with Unilateral CP. The eligible participants will be allocated three groups, including motor imagery training group, traditional physiotherapy control group, and healthy control group. All the assessments will be performed before and after the training in the 8-week motor imagery training group and 6 weeks after the end of training. The participants in the control group will be evaluated with a 8-week interval and 6 weeks after the end of physiotherapy training. The healthy participants will be assessed only once. The motor imagery training will be designed for the individual basis with standard protocols. It will be applied two times a week for 8 weeks. All sessions will be performed in the clinic.

Health bones allow us to move and walk freely without pain. Physical activities have been shown to relate to healthy bone growth. Children with physical disabilities are not able to do the same amount of exercises as their healthy peers. They are vulnerable to poor bone health, bone pain, and at high risk of osteopenia or even broken bones. This problem will extend to their adulthood. Recently, whole body vibration therapy (WBVT) has been proven to improve bone health and muscle function in healthy adults and post-menopausal women. Promising results have been shown on gross motor skills, balance and muscle strength for children and young adults with mild cerebral palsy (CP). Most of the vibration protocols require the participants perform some simple exercises on the vibration platform. Very limited studies have been done on children and young adults with moderate CP and almost none solely on individuals with dystonia CP. We do not know if the effect of the WBVT on individuals with dystonia CP would be the same as those with spastic CP and on those with moderate CP as those with mild CP. We also do not know if static standing on the vibration platform would have similar effects on tone abnormalities, balance and gross motor skills as doing simple exercises on the vibration platform because children and young adults with dystonia CP may not be able to freely do simple exercises on the vibration platform without extra support. The present pilot study is to systematically investigate the effects of WBVT on tone abnormalities, balance and functional abilities in children and young adults with dystonia CP.

The aim of this research is to compare the effect of classic constraint-induced movement therapy and its modified form on upper extremity motor function outcomes and psychosocial impact in hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Randomized controlled trials with 2-3 weeks follow-up. The sample size is 40. The subjects are divided in two groups, 20 subjects in classical CIMT group and 20 in modified CIMT group. Study duration is of 6 months. Sampling technique applied will be purposive non probability sampling technique. Only 4-12 years individual with hemiplegic cerebral palsy are included. Tools used in the study are Box and Block test, Cerebral palsy (quality of life), Kid Screen 27 and QUEST (quality of upper extremity skill test). Data will be analyzed through SPSS 21.

Objective: The purpose of this study will compare the effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) versus functional electrical stimulation (FES) on spasticity, function and gait parameters in hemiplegic cerebral palsy (CP). Methods: Forty-five children with CP ranging in age from 6 to 9 years will be selected and will participate in this study. They will be assigned randomly using opaque envelopes into three groups (A, B and C). Group A will consist of 15 children and will receive the conventional physical therapy program (CPTP) in addition to ankle foot orthosis (AFO). Group B will consist of 15 children and will receive the CPTP, AFO in addition to ESWT. Group C also will consist of 15 children and will receive the CPTP, AFO in addition to FES. The program of treatment will be 3 days/week for 12 weeks. Assessment of spasticity by using the modified ashworth scale (MAS), function by using the pediatric functional independence scale and gait parameters by using the 3-dimensional gait analysis will be conducted at baseline and after 12 weeks of the treatment program.

This study aims to conduct a single-blind randomized controlled trial with sixty children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) to explore if a home-based computerized multi-modal executive training is effective improving infants' executive functions (EF), as the primary outcome. As secondary outcomes, it will be tested if the intervention exerts a positive effect on other cognitive functions, social relationships, and quality of life (QOL) in children with CP. It is expected to observe changes in brain structure and functioning associated to clinical improvements. The primary hypothesis to be tested is that a computerized multi-modal cognitive training will be more effective at improving EF than usual care alone. Secondary hypotheses are that the computerized therapy will be more effective than usual care alone at improving specific cognitive functions such as visuoperception, memory, social relationships and QOL. In addition, we also hypothesize there will be changes on brain structure and function. We further hypothesise that these changes will be maintained over time (9 months). Finally, sociodemographic and clinical factors are expected to be related with the level of efficacy of the computerized multi-modal cognitive training.

Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have limitations in postural reactions and antigravity movements. Trunk control is the determinant of posture, balance, walking and functional activities. Core stability connects deep abdominal muscles, spine, pelvis, and shoulder girdle to protect the posture and provides support for extremity movements. Pilates and core stabilization were associated with postural control in elderly, MS and stroke individuals and it was concluded that pilates caused an increase in trunk stabilization. There are not enough studies investigating the effectiveness of pilates exercises in CP. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of modified pilates exercises on body control, gait and functionality in children with CP.

Objective: To investigate the effects of robot-assisted hand rehabilitation with a Gloreha device on hand function and the participation of ADL for children with cerebral palsy(CP). Materials and Methods: Five children with CP aged 6 to 18 years were recruited and received 12times of robot-assisted hand rehabilitation for 6 weeks of treatment (Sixty minutes a time, twice a week). The performance was assessed by a assessor for three times (pre-test, post-test, follow up at one month). The outcome measures Fugl-Meyer Assessment-Upper Limb section(FMA-UE),Box and block test(BBT), Maximal voluntary contraction(MVC) of extensor digitorum communis(EDC), Flexor digitorum(FD), Grasp strength, & ABILHAND-Kids for ADL ability. Collected data will be analyzed with ANOVA test by SPSS version 20.0, and alpha level was set at .05. Our hypothesis are robot-assisted hand rehabilitation with a Gloreha device has positive effects on hand function and the participation of ADL for children with CP.

Cerebral Palsy (CP), due to pre-perinatal brain lesions, is a main cause of childhood disabilities with high cost for individuals and society. Early Intervention (EI), if intensive enough but affordable by patients, family and health services can improve its outcome. A recent Cochrane review indicates the positive effects of Infant Massage (IM) in gross and fine motor skills, visual development and parent infants interaction in preterm infants. Recently, a new technological tool, called CareToy has been developed as a tele-rehabilitation tool for delivering at home EI. The effects of CT training on neurodevelopmental outcome have been recently tested in a sample of low-risk preterm infants with very promising results. The aim of the project is to provide evidence, by a RCT, of the efficacy of CareToy (CT) training versus Infant Massage, in a sample of 45 infants aged 3-12 months (or with motor competencies from initial head control to unstable sitting position) at high risk for CP according to strict clinical and neuroradiological signs. Enrolled infants will be randomized in 2 groups: CareToy and Infant Massage. Infants allocated in CT group will perform a training with CT while the others will perform infant massage. Both trainings will be carried out at home by parents with the monitoring of the therapists. Both interventions will last 8 weeks. All enrolled infants will be evaluated at baseline (T0),9 wks after the CT/IM (T1), 9 wks after T1 (T2) and at 18 months of post term age (T3). Infant Motor Profile will be the primary outcome measure.

Background: Unilateral spastic cerebral palsy (CP) generates an impact on daily activities, mainly due to the functional limitation of the affected upper limb. The use of technologies such as Armeo spring robotic therapy seeks to improve upper limb mobility through innovative and motivating training that facilitates movement. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of Armeo spring robotic therapy versus conventional occupational therapy regarding the changes in upper limb functionality of children with unilateral spastic CP infiltrated simultaneously with botulinum toxin A (BTA). Patients and methods: Randomized clinical trial of parallel groups, in children between 4 and 10 years of age diagnosed with unilateral spastic CP and infiltrates with BTA, who received treatment of conventional occupational therapy (group I) or Armeo spring robotic therapy (group II). The intervention consists of 15 sessions of 40 minutes for 5 weeks, 3 times a week. An initial evaluation is applied with QUEST, ABILHAND-Kids, and MACS, which are re-evaluated at 3 and 6 months. Hypothesis: Armeo spring robotic therapy will obtain better results than conventional occupational therapy in relation to the functionality of the upper limb at the level of manipulative function, quality of movement of the limb and the performance of daily activities. Expected results: The results of the QUEST and ABILHAND-Kids dimensions assessed before, after and at follow-up will be the primary outcome. The presence of adverse effects will correspond to secondary outcome. Benefit and limitations: Direct social contribution for patient's rehabilitation by using technology and a contribution to research to update scientific evidence. Possible limitations could be presence of adverse effects and poor adherence to treatment.