AscenZ-IV neuromodulation device: AscenZ-IV neuromodulation device is a novel treatment modality that utilizes 2 non-invasive neuromodulation technologies - tPCS and TENS - concurrently within a device. The home-based, non-invasive AscenZ-IV Stimulator therapy has been shown to improve spasticity and motor function
Study summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the clinical effectiveness, feasibility and acceptability of a novel home-based noninvasive neuromodulation therapy (AscenZ-IV Stimulator) that utilizes transcranial Pulse Current Stimulation (tPCS) and Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) for children and adolescents with cerebral palsy as a community-based intervention by families and healthcare providers.
Eligibility
Sex
ALL
Min age
6 Years
Max age
21 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria:
Children and adolescents aged between 2 to \<21 years old with mild to severe Spastic Cerebral Palsy (CP) classified on Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) II, III, IV, V. Families with at least one parent or caregiver has simple or conversational English language skill.
To be eligible for the qualitative interview components of this research study, the individuals should be recognised as one of the following:
1. CP patients who participate in this research study,
2. caregivers of the CP patients taking part in this research study,
3. implementation staff
4. qualified clinicians not involved in the intervention or refused to recommend the intervention device (AscenZion-IV stimulator) for management of CP.
Eligible individuals must agree to be audio-recorded.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. CP patients with epilepsy with recent seizures (\<12 months) will be excluded for safety given the theoretical risks of seizures (abnormal brain electrical discharges) with transcranial electrical stimulation. We will include those with well controlled epilepsy with no recent seizures (within 12 months).
2. CP patients who have contra-indications to the use of tPCS and/or TENS will be excluded from the study, include:
* Individuals with history of uncontrolled epileptic disorder, seizures, brain tumour or trauma, and mental disease
* Individuals with electrical implanted stimulatory device, such as pacemaker or defibrillator
* Individuals with medical devices that are affected by magnets, such as programmable shunts.
* Individuals with pregnancy
3. CP patients who received any intramuscular botulinum toxin injections within less than 6 months (as anti-spasticity effect lasts for 4-6 months).
4. CP patients who received any musculo-skeletal, brain or nerve-related surgery within less than 6 months, or major surgery requiring prolonged hospitalisation (\>1week) within less than 3 months.
Those who do not agree to be audio-recorded will be excluded for the qualitative interview components of this research study.
Primary outcome measure(s)
Spasticity — At baseline, at Week 8 and Week 16 of the crossover design, and final assessments i.e. Week 20 after the maintenance phase. Physical assessments using the Modified Tardieu Scale (MTS) for upper and/or lower limbs are performed to assess improvement in spasticity with the aim of reducing the R2-R1 value. R1 refers to 'first catch or resistance' or the angle at which there is initial resistance when the muscle is stretched passively. R2 refers to 'end range resistance' or the angle at which the muscle reaches full range of motion under passive stretch, where resistance decreases or disappears. Min (R2-R1) = 0° indicates no spasticity (better outcome); Max (R2-R1) = 90° indicates severe spasticity (worse outcome).
Trial sites (2)
Facility
City
Region
Status
National University Hospital Singapore
Singapore
Singapore
Recruiting
KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Singapore
Singapore
Recruiting
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This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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