NCT06909994

Daily Living Activities in Young Adults With Cerebral Palsy

Sensory Function and Its Relationship With Motor Performance and Daily Living Activities in Young Adults With Cerebral Palsy

• Status: Completed
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 36 (actual)
• Sponsor: Universidad de Burgos · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 16 Years – 45 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study explored the relationship between sensory function and occupational performance in young adults with Cerebral Palsy. Using standardized assessments, researchers compared tactile sensitivity and discrimination between individuals with CP and neurotypical controls, and examined how these sensory variables relate to motor function, ADLs, and IADLs.

Detailed description

Background: Sensory impairments are increasingly recognized as influential factors in the occupational performance of individuals with Cerebral Palsy (CP). Although prior studies have explored this relationship in children, evidence in young adults remains limited. Objective: This study aimed to compare tactile sensitivity and discrimination in young adults with CP and neurotypical individuals, and to examine their association with motor-related variables relevant to occupational performance: muscle tone, grip strength, manual dexterity, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted involving two groups of 36 participants aged 16-45 years. Sensory and motor variables were assessed using the Semmes-Weinstein Monofilaments, Two-Point Discrimination Test, Modified Ashworth Scale, Digital Dynamometer, Box and Block Test, Functional Independence Measure, and the Lawton and Brody Scale. Conclusion: Findings highlight the relevance of sensory function in the occupational performance of young adults with CP. These results underscore the need for occupational therapy interventions that integrate sensory assessments and target sensory-motor integration to improve functional independence and participation.

Conditions

• Cerebral Palsy
• Sensitivity
• Motor Skills Disorders
• Activity, Motor

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	individual assessments	Participants in the CP group underwent individual assessments using seven standardized instruments to evaluate sensory and motor function, as well as independence in daily activities. Data collection was conducted in person at the participating institutions by trained professionals following a structured protocol. All procedures were performed after verifying cognitive eligibility (score ≥ 19) and obtaining informed consent. The same protocol was applied across both centers to ensure consistency. The control group followed the same assessment process. Each evaluation session lasted approximately two hours per participant.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-03-07
• Primary completion: 2025-03-20
• Completion: 2025-03-26
• First posted: 2025-04-04
• Last updated: 2025-04-04

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Spain