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Effect of Reciprocal Electrical Stimulation on Balance and Quality of Life in Hemiparetic CP

Effect of Reciprocal Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Balance and Quality of Life in Children With Hemiparesis

Status
Not yet recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT07599267
Enrollment
32
Registered
2026-05-20
Start date
2026-05-20
Completion date
2026-09-15
Last updated
2026-05-20

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Conditions

Hemiparetic Cerebral Palsy

Keywords

Reciprocal electrical stimulation, Hemiparesis, Balance, Quality of life

Brief summary

to investigate the effect of the reciprocal neuromuscular electrical stimulation on balance and quality of life in hemiparetic children

Detailed description

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation is widely used to reduce spasticity and strengthen weak muscles. Reciprocal electrical stimulation ( RES),which mimic natural agonist-antagonist muscle activation , is a promising too for neuromuscular re-education. RES has been studied for knee stability in diplegic CP and ankle control in adults but its effect on static and dynamic balance in hemiparetic CP remain unexplored . so this study may be a guide in management of balance problems in children with hemiparesis

Interventions

OTHERreciprocal electrical stimulation

Mode (A) is selected to apply reciprocal neuromuscular electrical stimulation

OTHERphysical therapy program

* neurodevelopmental approach directed toward inhibiting abnormal muscle tone and abnormal reflexes and facilitation of postural control through reflex inhibiting positions using proximal and distal key points of control. * training for active trunk extension to improve posture control and balance . * Balance training from different positions ,from the quadruped position, kneeling ,half kneeling and standing position on mat and tilting board. * facilitation of protective reactions by applying a fast and large amplitude of stimulus to train saving reactions from sitting on roll and also from standing position by pushing the child to encourage the child to take protective steps either forward , backward .or sideways to regain balance. * approximation as a proprioceptive training applied in a slow and rhythmic manner for the upper limbs ,lower limbs , and trunk to control spasticity and stimulate the joint mechanoreceptors from semi reclined and quadruped positions.

Sponsors

Cairo University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
6 Years to 10 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* age range from 6 to10 years . * spasticity level 1 , 1+ in lower limb muscles according to Modified Ashworth Scale. * Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level 1. * Able to follow instructions.

Exclusion criteria

* Affections of musculoskeletal system including fixed contractures. * Visual , auditory , vestibular ,sensory disorders or cerebellar disease . * Botox injection in the last 6 months in gastrocnemius

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
balance change measured by humac balance system3 monthesthe ability to maintain a stable posture and preserve it in counter gravity position
quality of life change xby Egyptian quality of life questionnaire3 monthschange in social, psychological and physical domains

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: May 21, 2026