ActiveNANCT07654595

Digital Mirror Versus Action Observation Therapy on Upper Limb Function and Grip Strength in Children With Hemiplegia

Sponsor: Cairo University

Trial Details

Condition	Hemiplegia, Digital Mirror, Action Observation Therapy
Intervention	digital mirror therapy; action observation therapy; designed occupational therapy program
Phase	NA
Status	Active
Participants	45
Est. Completion	30 Dec 2026
Last Updated	17 June 2026

Primary Outcome

assessment of upper limb function; assessment of manual dextriry; assessment of grip strength

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * 1 Diagnosed with unilateral cerebral palsy (hemiplegia). 2- Age range from 6 to 8 years. 3- Can understand verbal commands. 4- Their gross motor classification system (GMFCS) at level II or III. 5- Their manual ability classification system(MACS) at level II or III. Exclusion Criteria: 1- Any visual problem. 2- Upper limb contracture or fixed deformity. 3- Uncontrolled convulsion. 4- Surgical procedures in upper limbs. 5- Botox injection in the past 6 months.

Trial Sites

Countries

Egypt

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Related Analysis

Digital Mirror Therapy vs Action Observation Therapy in Paediatric Hemiplegia: Cairo University Trial Targets Upper Limb Recovery in Young Children

A Cairo University clinical trial is directly comparing digital mirror therapy and action observation therapy for improving upper limb function, manual dexterity, and grip strength in children aged 6–8 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. With 45 participants enrolled and results expected by late 2026, this study could reshape occupational therapy protocol selection for paediatric CP rehabilitation globally.

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