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Cerebral Palsy Services & Research

Contact Information:

Burris "Duke" Duncan
[email protected]
520-907-7865

Project Description:

The aim of the project is to evaluate the effect of administering both physical and occupational therapy five times each week for 12 weeks and compare it with the standard of care approach of one time each week in children between the ages of 12 and 36 months. It is the first randomized crossover trial for this young a population of children with cerebral palsy and to evaluate this approach from both the therapists and the parents perspectives. It is a large investigation involving many more children than do most CP studies. The children will be evaluated clinically with two validated instruments; one was designed specifically for children with CP and administered and scored by certified therapists and the other was designed for children with developmental disabilities and is scored by the child's care provider. A sub set of children will have a special type of MRI to evaluate any changes in the neurological structure of the brain. No cost extension to complete study.

Keyword(s):

cerebal palsy, intensive therapy, clinical trial

Core Function(s):

Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State, Regional