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Speech Therapy Settings in Cerebral Palsy
Sponsor: Selcuk University
Summary
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder affecting motor functions, cognition, and communication skills in children. Speech and language delays are prevalent among children with CP, significantly impacting their social interactions and daily life activities. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of hospital-based professional speech and language therapy with home-based parent-guided interventions for language development in children aged 18-36 months with CP. Participants will be assessed at baseline and after 6 months using standardized tools measuring motor functions, manual abilities, communication skills, and functional independence. The study will provide valuable insights into optimizing therapeutic approaches for language and communication development in children with CP.
Official title: Comparison of Hospital-based and Home-based Speech and Language Therapy in Patients With Cerebral Palsy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Months - 36 Months
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
52
Start Date
2026-09-15
Completion Date
2028-01-01
Last Updated
2026-08-25
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Hospital-based Speech and Language Therapy
Participants will attend individual speech and language therapy sessions conducted by a professional speech-language therapist in a hospital setting.
Home-based Speech and Language Therapy
Parents will administer a structured speech and language intervention at home following a therapy program provided and supervised remotely by a professional speech-language therapist.