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WBV and Serial Casting for Children with Cerebral Palsy
NCT06693388 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Children with cerebral palsy have increased muscle tone which often results in decreased active and passive movement at the ankle. While many management strategies exist (including passive stretching, WBV, serial casting, Botox, and surgical tendon lengthening), the utilization of WBV in combination with active exercises and serial casting has not been previously explored. Serial casting is the repeated application of a fiberglass cast (such as that applied to manage stable fractures) on a scheduled (usually weekly basis) to gradually increase the range of motion at a specific joint. It is theorized that combining previously established standard of care practices may result in more rapid clinical change, and hence reduce the need for prolonged intervention; ultimately reducing healthcare costs.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Exercise
- OTHER Whole-Body Vibration
- OTHER Serial Casting
Study Locations (1)
Ohio
- Nationwide Children's Hospital — Columbus
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 45 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-11-11 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06693388
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06693388 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 45 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Ben Reader, which has 1 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Cerebral Palsy appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Exercise is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06693388 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Ohio. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06693388 about?
NCT06693388 is a clinical study titled "WBV and Serial Casting for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Children with cerebral palsy have increased muscle tone which often results in decreased active and passive movement at the ankle. While many management strategies exist (including passive stretching, WBV, serial casting, Botox, and surgical tendon lengthening), the utilization of WBV in combination...
What is the current status of trial NCT06693388?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 45 participants. The study started on 2024-11-11. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT06693388 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Cerebral Palsy, Cerebral Palsy (CP). These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06693388?
The interventions under investigation include: Exercise (OTHER), Whole-Body Vibration (OTHER), Serial Casting (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06693388?
This trial is sponsored by Ben Reader, which has 1 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06693388 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Ohio. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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