Comparing Mixed Reality and Physical Therapy to Improve Balance and Coordination in Adolescents With Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age10-19
SponsorIbadat International University, Islamabad

About this trial

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of fully immersive Mixed Reality (MR) combined with standard physical therapy versus standard physical therapy alone in improving balance and coordination among adolescents with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. A total of 40 participants aged 10 to 19 years will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups. The intervention will be provided three times per week for eight weeks. Balance and coordination will be assessed before treatment, at four weeks, and after completion of the intervention using validated clinical outcome measures. The findings of this study may help determine whether immersive Mixed Reality can enhance rehabilitation outcomes in adolescents with cerebral palsy.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Male and female participants.

Adolescents aged 10 to 19 years.

Clinically diagnosed with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.

Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) Levels I, II, or III.

Disqualifiers

Cognitive impairment (MMSE score <24).

History of seizure disorders.

Visual or hearing impairment that interferes with participation.

Diagnosed psychological or psychiatric disorders.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Meta Quest Pro Mixed Reality System
  • Standard Physical Therapy

Treatment groups

40 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups