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New treatment option for Cerebral Palsy Children
Official title Implementing Powered Mobility in Early Childhood Settings for Children With Cerebral Palsy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07220590
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a therapist training program can help providers in Part C Early Childhood Settings use powered mobility (PM) with young children who have cerebral palsy (Gross Motor Function Classification System Levels IV-V). The study will also look at whether this training is practical and useful for therapists, families, and children.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 and older
You may be able to join if
- Children:
- Diagnosis of cerebral palsy or similar motor impairment
- Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) Levels IV-V
- Age 12 to 32 months at enrollment
- Enrolled in early intervention services Caregivers:
You likely can't join if
- Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent
- Inability to complete required study procedures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Children:
- Diagnosis of cerebral palsy or similar motor impairment
- Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) Levels IV-V
- Age 12 to 32 months at enrollment
- Enrolled in early intervention services Caregivers:
- Parent or legal guardian of an enrolled child participant
- Age 18 years or older
- English- or Spanish-speaking
- Able and willing to participate in home-based data collection, including caregiver coaching sessions, completion of surveys, and video-recorded sessions
- Able to provide informed consent Therapists:
- Licensed physical therapist or occupational therapist
- Employed at participating early intervention or early childhood special education settings
- Provide services to children with cerebral palsy or motor delays
- No prior powered mobility intervention training required
- Willing to complete powered mobility implementation training and participate in study assessments
- Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent
- Inability to complete required study procedures
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hillsboro, Oregon, United States
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 12 months and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hillsboro, Oregon, United States; Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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