A pilot randomised controlled trial of the effect of balance training on walking confidence and balance in adults with cerebral palsy

Phase 2

• Conditions: Cerebral palsy; Physical Medicine / Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy; Neurological - Other neurological disorders

• Registration Number: ACTRN12613000166774
• Lead Sponsor: Southern Health

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2013-02-11
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 18

Inclusion Criteria

To be included, participants will need to have a (i) diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy (CP), (ii) aged over 18 years (iii) Gross Motor Function Classification Scale (GMFCS) level I, II or III (i.e.; able to walk with mild difficulty or with an aid), (iv) able and willing to attend an 8 week therapy program, (v) medically permitted to participate in a balance and strengthening program.

Exclusion Criteria

Gross Motor Function Classification Sysytem (GMFCS) level IV or V, medical conditions that preclude safe participation in exercise

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified