Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder caused by early brain injury, leading to motor impairments such as muscle weakness, stiffness, and gait instability, which impact daily functioning. Gait training is crucial for improving mobility and independence in children with CP. Recently, robotic gait training (RAGT) devices, such as exoskeletons, have been explored as a rehabilitation tool. Although widely studied in adults, evidence of the effectiveness of RAGT in children with CP is limited. Preliminary studies have shown promising results in improving motor function and gait in children, yet more research is needed to validate its clinical efficacy comprehensively. This study aims to assess the impact of exoskeletal RAGT on daily activities, motor function, balance, and walking in adolescents with CP.
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Number of Participants with Improved Physical Activity
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Score on Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Classification Level on Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Time to Complete the Timed Up and Go Test (TUG)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Distance Covered in the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks
Score on Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 weeks