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Effects of CIMT With and Without Robotic Gloves in Children With Hemiplegic CP
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
This study investigates the impact of CIMT, with and without robotic gloves, on hand dexterity and grip strength in children with hemiplegic CP, aiming to enhance motor skills and promote independence in daily activities. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial at DHQ Hospital, Mandi Bahauddin, the study involves two groups of children aged 6-12 with hemiplegic CP. One group of 17 children will receive CIMT alone with standard treatment, while the other 17 will receive CIMT combined with robotic glove assistance. The robotic glove device aids in flexion, extension, and individual finger movements, providing support for both isolated and coordinated finger actions. Each therapy session will last six hours and be held three to five days a week over four to eight weeks.
Official title: Effects of Constraint Induced Movement Therapy With and Without Robotic Glove on Dexterity and Hand Grip Strength in Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
34
Start Date
2025-10-29
Completion Date
2026-01-30
Last Updated
2025-11-25
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
CIMT with robotic glove
The Experimental group undergoes a comprehensive rehabilitation program, combining Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) with robotic glove therapy. The unaffected limb is restrained by the help of Slings, Simple glove, splint or plaster. Each session lasts 6 Hours, occurring 3-5 Days a weekly, over a period of 4-8 weeks. This intensive regimen aims to enhance hand function and mobility by constraining the unaffected hand while using the robotic glove to facilitate precise finger movements.
CIMT with standard rehabilitation
Controlled group receives CIMT with baseline rehabilitation. Only receives CIMT without Robotic Gloves. Additional assessments may be conducted after 3 or 6 months to measure long-term effects.
Locations (1)
Imran Amjad
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan