Chewing Disorders, Gross Motor Function and Trunk Control in Cerebral Palsy
Launched by HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY · Aug 2, 2017
Trial Information
Current as of August 29, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The study is planned to determine the relationship between chewing performance level and gross motor function, and trunk postural control in cerebral palsy (CP). Chewing performance level will be determined by the chewing performance scale. The Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) will be used to determine gross motor function levels. Segmental Assessment of Trunk Control (SATCo) will be used to measure trunk control. The correlations between chewing performance level and gross motor function, and trunk postural control will be assessed. The Chi-square test will also be used t...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Having a diagnosis of cerebral palsy
- • Referring by a pediatric neurologist
- • Aging between 2 to 12 years
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Aging under the age of 24 months
- • Using any medicine and/or oral appliances that could affect the chewing performance
About Hacettepe University
Hacettepe University is a leading research institution in Turkey, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical science and healthcare through innovative clinical research. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university supports a wide range of clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes and developing new therapeutic approaches. Hacettepe University is dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards and regulatory compliance in its research endeavors, fostering an environment that promotes scientific excellence and contributes to the global body of medical knowledge.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Ankara, , Turkey
Patients applied
Trial Officials
SELEN SEREL ARSLAN
Principal Investigator
Hacettepe University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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