Relationship Between Hip Extensor Strength and Gait Speed in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy (NCT06913114) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Relationship Between Hip Extensor Strength and Gait Speed in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
Egypt20 participantsStarted 2025-01-15
Plain-language summary
The hip extensors are essential for upright posture and forward propulsion during gait. Children with diplegic CP often demonstrate reduced muscle strength, which impacts their gait speed and overall mobility. Understanding the relationship between hip extensor strength and gait speed could provide a basis for targeted interventions. This feasibility study will establish whether the handheld dynamometer can reliably measure hip extensor strength and if this strength correlates with gait speed in children with diplegic CP.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 8 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* • Diagnosed with diplegic CP
* Ages 6 - 8 years
* GMFCS Levels I-II (indicating they are ambulatory)
* Able to follow instructions and participate in strength and gait assessments
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Severe cognitive or behavioral impairments affecting participation
* Musculoskeletal conditions or recent orthopedic surgery that could interfere with hip function
* Use of assistive devices for ambulation
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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