Postural and Reaching Control Training using Trunk-Support-Trainer (TruST)
We are currently recruiting children with bilateral cerebral palsy (BCP) for a FREE study investigating the applicability and differences between an automated Trunk-Support-Trainer (TruST) and a rigid trunk support while your child receives an intensive postural-reaching intervention. In this study, all children will receive the same intervention but will be randomized to either the automated-TruST or rigid trunk support group.
Participants will enrolled on a rolling basis.
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Where? Center for Cerebral Palsy Research, Teachers College, Columbia University Robotics and Rehabilitation Laboratory, Columbia University |
Eligibility Criteria Diagnosis of bilateral cerebral palsy Between the ages of 6-17 years Gross Motor Function Classification (GMFCS) level III-IV |
Participation will involve:
Twelve 2 hour training sessions (3x/week for 4 weeks)
- Each session will involve 2 hours of activity and play based training involving both hands, performed while sitting on a bench.
- Motor learning based training designed to improve balance in sitting while performing various bimanual activities.
- Segmental trunk support provided by an external device to reinforce seated postural control.
- Designed as a fun learning experience promoting active participation.
Three assessment timepoints
- Evaluations of gross motor function, fine motor function and seated postural function will be performed immediately before training begins, 1 week after completion of all training sessions, and at a 3 month follow up.
Interested in participating or want more information?
Call: 212-678-3332
Email: cpresearch@tc.columbia.edu
IRB Protocol #: Columbia IRB-AAAS7804