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Stem-Cell Breakthroughs Promise Novel Treatments for Cerebral Palsy and Related Conditions
Although the cause of CP is a mystery, researchers at RIC are at the forefront to understand, treat, and ultimately cure, this life-long neurological disorder.
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An Active Life with Cerebral Palsy
Born with CP, Michelle started receiving rehabilitation when she was only 6. Since then, she has made amazing changes and now leads a full, active teenage life.
Patient Story
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy patients of all ages have unique functional and therapeutic needs, so we design custom treatment programs.
Condition
Inside Look: Go Baby Go Program
Go Baby Go enables toddlers with paralysis to enjoy physical and social benefits of mobility, empowering them to be part of the action at home and playground.
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New Research Shows Promise to Improve Walking in Kids with Cerebral Palsy
A new study is first to provide direct evidence to indicate that improving weight shifting capacity of children with CP may improve overall walking function.
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Muscle Impairment in Children with Cerebral Palsy: a Role for Muscle Stem Cell Dysfunction and Drug Repurposing
We investigate the role of specific muscle resident stem cells, called satellite cells, in the development of muscle contractures.
Research Project
CLOSER LOOK: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
On National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, here's a closer look at what this condition means for people all over the world.
Patient Story
Stiff Knee Gait and Rectus Transfer
The aim of this study is to evaluate the relationship of the hip power in 3D Gait Analysis to select a set of preoperative gait features that distinguished between good (i.e., no longer stiff) and poor (i.e., remaining stiff) postoperative outcomes after rectus transfer surgery in children with Cerebral Palsy.
Research Project
Efficacy of the Calcaneal-Cuboid-Cuneiform Osteotomy Procedure
The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of the 3C procedure by using foot pressure distribution parameters to compare changes in pre- and post-operative COF trajectory and PP in the surgical region.
Research Project
Children with Cerebral Palsy - Trunk Control and Walking Study
The primary purpose for this study is to determine the effects of a robotic training on trunk control and walking ability in children with cerebral palsy.
Age Range
4-16
Clinical Trial
Dr. Lieber To Receive AACPDM's Lifetime Achievement Award for Research on Cerebral Palsy
On Oct. 11, Richard Lieber, PhD, chief scientific officer and senior vice president, Research, will receive the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine's (AACPDM) Lifetime Achievement Award during the group's virtual annual meeting.
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Motor control development continues longer than previously believed
This research reveals the potential to use therapy to improve the motor control skills of children suffering from neurodevelopmental disorders such as CP.
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