Effects Obtained at Manual Function After Applying Anodic Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tCDS) in Children With Spastic Hemiparetic Cerebral Palsy

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MALAGA · May 31, 2024

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This clinical trial is studying how a special type of brain stimulation, called anodic transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), can help improve hand function in children with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy. Spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy affects one side of the body, making it difficult for children to use their hands effectively. The researchers will apply the stimulation to a specific part of the brain that controls movement in the affected arm to see if it can enhance manual skills.

To be eligible for this study, children must be between 14 and 18 years old and have a diagnosis of spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy. They should also be able to understand instructions and be stable in their health. However, children with certain medical devices, like pacemakers or defibrillators, or those who are receiving other treatments that might affect the study results, cannot participate. If enrolled, participants can expect to receive the brain stimulation in a safe environment, and their progress will be closely monitored to assess any improvements in their hand function.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Children between 14-18 years old.
• • Children with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy diagnosis.
• • Children with a cognitive level high enough to understand and to do the activities to value them.
• • Children hemodynamically stable.
• • Children forming part of levels II-IV of the Manual Ability Classification System (MACS).
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Children with defibrillator.
• • Children with pacemaker.
• • Children with cerebral stimulator.
• • Children with intracranial metallic implants.
• • Children with opened cranial after clambering.
• • Children that receive another treatment (pharmacological or physiotherapical) that could interfere or disrupt the results.
• • Another circumstance where the electrotherapy treatment is contraindicated.