Cerebral palsy Clinical Trials

Recruiting cerebral palsy studies with sites across the US, sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshed daily. Free to join — find one near you below.

Clinical trials study new ways to prevent, detect, or treat cerebral palsy. Joining one can give you access to investigational treatments and close monitoring by a specialist research team — at no cost — while helping advance care for others. Below are recruiting cerebral palsy studies with sites across the US; use the location tools to find ones near you.

What to expect

Screening first. The study team reviews your eligibility before anything else — there's no obligation to continue.
Informed consent. You'll get a full explanation of the study, its potential risks and benefits, and can withdraw at any time.
No cost to you. Study visits, tests, and the investigational treatment are covered; many studies reimburse travel.

Recruiting cerebral palsy trials

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Lateral Cord Stimulation as a New Treatment for Refractory Spastic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Juan Carlos M. Andreani MD

Sex: All·Age: 16+

Code: NCT02199015

Effects of an HABIT-ILE-Based Intervention in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Universidad Europea de Madrid

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 13

Code: NCT07506837

Association of a HABIT-ILE Course and a Home Programme on the Bimanual Performance of Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Fondation Ildys

Sex: All·Age: 3 - 5

Code: NCT06963151

Coaching, Learning, Empowerment in Cerebral Palsy - a 6-Week Integrated PT/OT Caregiver "Primer" Bootcamp for Infants Diagnosed With or at High Risk for Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Oakland

Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco

Sex: All·Age: 3 Months - 15 Months

Code: NCT07469514

Pilot Study on the Validity, Tolerability, and Impact of a Walking Rehabilitation Intervention Using Cruro-Malleolar Cast in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues Croix Rouge Française

Sex: All·Age: 7 - 14

Code: NCT07650370

Retrospective Study of Intensive Therapy Pathways in Children With Cerebral Palsy (P'TI-PARCOURS)

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues Croix Rouge Française

Sex: All·Age: 2 - 17

Code: NCT07683455

Effect of Nordic Walking Versus Treadmill Training on Gait Asymmetry in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Cairo University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 10

Code: NCT07702786

Tranexamic Acid to Reduce Blood Loss After Varus Derotation Osteotomy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

Sex: All·Age: 4 - 16

Code: NCT07672158·Phase 3

Dorsal Root Electrical Stimulation in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy (CP)

1 site in Pittsburgh

Sponsor: Martin Piazza

Sex: All·Age: 3 - 14

Code: NCT07715006

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A Gamified Breathing and Postural Awareness Education Model for Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Yeditepe University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 18

Code: NCT07681947

Effects of Neuromuscular Scoliosis Surgery on Nutritional Metabolism

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier

Sex: All·Age: 10 - 20

Code: NCT07255495

Functional Progressive Resistive Training and Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Cairo University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 10

Code: NCT07675343

Early Intervention in Cerebral Palsy: Perception-Action vs Neurodevelopmental Therapy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Tuba Derya Doğan

Sex: All·Age: 6 Months - 36 Months

Code: NCT07575659

Comparative Study of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Music Therapy Interventions for Individuals With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Mackenzie Presbiterian University

Sex: All·Age: 15+

Code: NCT07596550

Early Mobilization and Equinus Correction in Spastic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Elcin Akyurek

Sex: All·Age: 4 - 14

Code: NCT07598604

Soft Tissue Release for Elbow Pronation in Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 16

Code: NCT07601165

TheraTogs Effects on Balance and Mobility in Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: University of West Attica

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 15

Code: NCT07618962

Intensive Somatosensory Camp for Manual Function and Participation in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: University of Castilla-La Mancha

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 15

Code: NCT07487857

Real World Outcomes of Intranasal MuSE Exosomes and Stem Cells in Neurological Regenerative Therapy

for Traumatic Brain Injury

Sponsor: Healing Hope International

Sex: All·Age: 4 - 80

Code: NCT07521384

Effects of Multimodal Neuro Rehabilitation on Cortical Activity and Muscle Syenergy in Spastic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 18

Code: NCT07574996

tSCS and 5-Azacitidine for Enhanced Motor Outcomes in Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Chicago

Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Sex: All·Age: 4 - 17

Code: NCT07433023·Phase 2

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Smart AFO and 5-Azacitidine to Enhance Mobility in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Chicago

Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Sex: All·Age: 8 - 17

Code: NCT07434492·Phase 2

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Antenatal Magnesium Sulphate in High-Risk Preterm Patients

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Cairo University

Sex: Female·Age: 18 - 45

Code: NCT07524972·Phase 3

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Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Motor Function and Meta-Plasticity in Cerebral Palsy: TMS-EEG Study

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Fort Worth

Sponsor: Cook Children's Health Care System

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 20·Accepts healthy volunteers

Code: NCT07567053

Individualized Nutrition Intervention in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Gazi University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07644572

Paired Non-invasive VNS in Adolescent Cerebral Palsy Rehabilitation

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in New York

Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Sex: All·Age: 12 - 17

Code: NCT07394608

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Transcutaneous Diaphragmatic Electrical Stimulation and Pulmonary Function in Non-Ambulatory Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 18

Code: NCT07622875

Effects of Virtual Reality on Functional Balance in Children With Cerebral Palsy (GMFCS III-IV)

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Bartolome Puerta Arroyo

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 20

Code: NCT07078279

Comparison of Two Ankle Foot Orthosis on Mobility, Participation and Adhesion in Childrend With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris

Sex: All·Age: 8 - 15

Code: NCT07301593

Spinal Cord Stimulation for Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Pittsburgh

Sponsor: Martin Piazza

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 17·Accepts healthy volunteers

Code: NCT07516067

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Metrological Properties of a Digital Motion Analysis Research Application for Assessing the Motor Abilities and Performance of Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 18·Accepts healthy volunteers

Code: NCT07432789

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Intranasal AAV9-PHP.eB Gene Therapy in Cerebral Palsy (CP) & Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)

for Hypoxic Brain Damage

Sponsor: Healing Hope International

Sex: All·Age: 2 - 65

Code: NCT07264166

The EXOPULSE Study - a Database for Routine Follow-up of Clinical Outcomes

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Exoneural Network AB

Sex: All·Age: 2+

Code: NCT05901259

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Effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Task-Oriented Training on Upper Extremity Function in Children With Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07694804

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Validity Assessment of Sensors for Movement Tracking With Children/Youth With Diverse Neuromotor Abilities

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 24·Accepts healthy volunteers

Code: NCT07360171

Respiratory Function, Respiratory Muscle Strength, and Hand Function in Hemiparetic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Halic University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 18

Code: NCT07394439

Using Power Mobility Training to Promote Arm & Hand Function in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in Grand Rapids

Sponsor: Grand Valley State University

Sex: All·Age: 3 - 8

Code: NCT07342348

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

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad

Sex: All·Age: 10 - 19

Code: NCT07685327

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Comparative Effect of CIMT and PNFTechnique on Hands Dexterity in Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Sex: All·Age: 8 - 13

Code: NCT07673289

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EMMVIES : Walking Training at Home in VIrtual Reality for Children With Chronic Illnesses Impacting Physical Health

for Home-based Programs

Sponsor: University Hospital, Angers

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 17

Code: NCT07021638

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Effects of Hand and Arm Bimanual Intensive Therapy Including Lower Extremity in Spastic Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07253857

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Effect of Biofeedback-Enhanced Exergaming, Exergaming Alone, and Traditional Physical Therapy on Motor Function, Adherence, and Engagement in Children With Cerebral Palsy: A RCT

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Ziauddin University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07325981

Home-Based Training With Feedback to Improve Outcomes in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cerebral Palsy..

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: University of Copenhagen

Sex: All·Age: 15 - 25

Code: NCT06962618

BCI@Home: Brain Computer Interface Solutions to Enable Youth Living With Severe Disabilities

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: University of Calgary

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 18

Code: NCT07073378

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Effects of Play Based Neural Mobilisation Activities on Hand Grip Strength and Dexterity in Cerebral Palsy Children

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07428928

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Cognitive Sensory Motor Training Therapy for Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Sex: Female·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07248566

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Effects of CHRIST Among Children With Spastic CP

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 12

Code: NCT07244146

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BRAIN GYM EXERCISES and CEREBRAL PALSY

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Cairo University

Sex: All·Age: 6 - 10

Code: NCT07176858

This Study Aims to Evaluate the Validity of Family-led Recordings for General Movement Assessment (GMA) Compared to Provider-led Recording in Neonates Born Under 29weeks

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre

Sex: All·Age: Up to 29 Weeks·Accepts healthy volunteers

Code: NCT07141654

Human Umbilical Cord Blood Infusion in Patients with Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: StemCyte Taiwan Co., Ltd.

Sex: All·Age: 1 - 18

Code: NCT06377982·Phase 1

Comparing Digitally and Traditionally Made Ankle Foot Orthoses

for Flaccid Paresis

Sponsor: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Sex: All·Age: 8+

Code: NCT06828653

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Pediatric Outcomes and Recovery With Peri-Operative Iron Supplement Evaluation

for Varus-Derotation Osteotomy Surgery

Sponsor: University of British Columbia

Sex: All·Age: 0 - 18

Code: NCT07095244

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The BoDI (Bone Density Investigation) Study

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Sex: All·Age: 3 - 18

Code: NCT06117124

Functional Electrical Stimulation With Core Stabilization Exercises in Children With Spastic Diplegia

for Functional Electrical Stimulation

Sponsor: Cairo University

Sex: All·Age: 4 - 6

Code: NCT07110025

Repurposing 5-Azacytidine for the Treatment of Muscle Contractures in Children With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

1 site in San Diego

Sponsor: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Sex: All·Age: 2 - 18

Code: NCT06377085·Phase 1

Evaluation of the NEUROSWING Orthosis on Walking Speed in a Population With Dorsal and/or Plantar Flexor Deficits, With a View to a Reimbursement Application

for Stroke

Sponsor: ÖSSUR France

Sex: All·Age: 18+

Code: NCT07108088

A Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial of an Online Exercise Programme for Adults With Cerebral Palsy

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland

Sex: All·Age: 18+

Code: NCT06983782

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Effects of Robotic Gait, Hydrotherapy, and Conventional Physiotherapy in Spastic Hemiparetic CP

for Cerebral Palsy

Sponsor: Istanbul Arel University

Sex: All·Age: 5 - 15

Code: NCT07031609

NEO-REEDUC - Mixed Reality for Motor Rehabilitation: a Prospective, Multicenter, Controlled, Randomized, Open Study.

for Neurological Conditions

Sponsor: Slb Pharma

Sex: All·Age: 6+

Code: NCT07063810

Nebulised Hypertonic Saline to Decrease Respiratory Exacerbations in Neuromuscular Disease or Neurodisability

for Neuromuscular Diseases

Sponsor: Imperial College London

Sex: All·Age: 5+

Code: NCT06134401

Cerebral palsy clinical trials — common questions

Are cerebral palsy clinical trials free to join?

Yes. Participating in a cerebral palsy clinical trial is free — study-related visits, tests, and the investigational treatment are provided at no cost to you. Many studies also reimburse travel and time. You never pay to take part.

Who can join a cerebral palsy clinical trial?

Each cerebral palsy study sets its own eligibility criteria — typically based on age, medical history, current treatments, and overall health. Every trial listed here shows its criteria, and the study team confirms your eligibility before enrollment. You can review and apply to any that look like a fit.

How do I find a cerebral palsy trial near me?

Use the location controls above. We'll show recruiting cerebral palsy trials with sites near you, sorted by distance. You can widen the radius or share your exact location for the closest matches.

How many cerebral palsy trials are recruiting right now?

We're currently tracking roughly 53 recruiting cerebral palsy trials with US sites, sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshed daily.

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Cerebral palsy trials by city

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