NCT07248735

Effects of CIMT With and Without Robotic Gloves in Children With Hemiplegic CP

Effects of Constraint Induced Movement Therapy With and Without Robotic Glove on Dexterity and Hand Grip Strength in Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 34 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Riphah International University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 6 Years – 12 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study investigates the impact of CIMT, with and without robotic gloves, on hand dexterity and grip strength in children with hemiplegic CP, aiming to enhance motor skills and promote independence in daily activities. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial at DHQ Hospital, Mandi Bahauddin, the study involves two groups of children aged 6-12 with hemiplegic CP. One group of 17 children will receive CIMT alone with standard treatment, while the other 17 will receive CIMT combined with robotic glove assistance. The robotic glove device aids in flexion, extension, and individual finger movements, providing support for both isolated and coordinated finger actions. Each therapy session will last six hours and be held three to five days a week over four to eight weeks.

Detailed description

Hemiplegic cerebral palsy (CP) often affects one side of the body, limiting functional abilities. Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) is a common intervention where the unaffected hand is restricted to encourage the use of the affected hand. Recently, the addition of robotic gloves has been proposed to improve outcomes, as they offer mechanical support and feedback to the affected hand. This study investigates the impact of CIMT, with and without robotic gloves, on hand dexterity and grip strength in children with hemiplegic CP, aiming to enhance motor skills and promote independence in daily activities. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial at DHQ Hospital, Mandi Bahauddin, the study involves two groups of children aged 6-12 with hemiplegic CP. One group of 17 children will receive CIMT alone with standard treatment, while the other 17 will receive CIMT combined with robotic glove assistance. The robotic glove device aids in flexion, extension, and individual finger movements, providing support for both isolated and coordinated finger actions. Each therapy session will last six hours and be held three to five days a week over four to eight weeks.

Conditions

• Child Development Disorder

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	CIMT with robotic glove	The Experimental group undergoes a comprehensive rehabilitation program, combining Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) with robotic glove therapy. The unaffected limb is restrained by the help of Slings, Simple glove, splint or plaster. Each session lasts 6 Hours, occurring 3-5 Days a weekly, over a period of 4-8 weeks. This intensive regimen aims to enhance hand function and mobility by constraining the unaffected hand while using the robotic glove to facilitate precise finger movements.
OTHER	CIMT with standard rehabilitation	Controlled group receives CIMT with baseline rehabilitation. Only receives CIMT without Robotic Gloves. Additional assessments may be conducted after 3 or 6 months to measure long-term effects.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-10-29
• Primary completion: 2026-01-25
• Completion: 2026-01-30
• First posted: 2025-11-25
• Last updated: 2025-11-25

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan