Effects of Motor Imagery and Action Observation on Motor Function in Unilateral Cerebral Palsy (NCT07612371) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Motor Imagery and Action Observation on Motor Function in Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
Turkey (Türkiye)48 participantsStarted 2026-05-15
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of action observation therapy and motor imagery methods, provided in addition to a conventional physiotherapy and rehabilitation program, on gross motor function, upper and lower extremity functional skills, and quality of life in children with cerebral palsy.
Who can participate
Age range
7 Years – 16 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Being between 7 and 16 years of age
* Having a diagnosis of unilateral cerebral palsy made by a pediatric neurologist
* Being classified at levels I-II of the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS)
* Scoring above 24 on the Mini-Mental State Examination for Children
* Having no cognitive impairments (i.e., possessing an appropriate cognitive level to follow task instructions)
* Willingness to participate in the study (child and family)
* Being classified at levels I-III of the Manual Ability Classification System (MACS) -Being classified at levels I-III of the Communication Function Classification System (CFCS) -
Exclusion Criteria:
* Children with uncontrolled seizures
* Children who have received motor imagery training or action observation therapy within the last 6 months
* Children with contractures
* Children with severe visual and/or hearing impairments
* Being classified at levels III, IV, or V according to the GMFCS
* Scoring below 24 on the Mini-Mental State Examination for Children
* Being classified at levels IV-V of the Manual Ability Classification System (MACS)
* Having undergone orthopedic surgery or botulinum toxin (Botox) treatment within the last 6 months
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.