Clinical Trial: FES Implementation Pediatrics
Study Status: COMPLETED
Recruit Status: COMPLETED
Condition: Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
Official Title: Stimulating Change in Pediatric Rehabilitation: An Implementation Intervention to Increase Use of Functional Electrical Stimulation
Brief Summary:
Physical rehabilitation interventions that promote activity-dependent neuroplasticity are desired for children with CP as this will result in improved motor skill and function.In adult neurological populations, such as stroke and spinal cord injury, FES is a recommended, evidence-based intervention that addresses motor and sensory impairments and promotes neuroplasticity.The evidence base supporting the safety, feasibility and efficacy of FES for youth with CP is rapidly growing, yet FES is not commonly used in…
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