Thursday, March 25, 2010

Young Children with Cerebral Palsy, Arthrogryposis or Spinal Muscular Atrophy

PARTICIPANTS NEEDED

Young Children with Cerebral Palsy, Arthrogryposis or Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Did you know that children with severe cerebral palsy, arthrogryposis, spinal muscular atrophy and other disorders whose limited mobility prevents them from exploring their environment may be at risk for delays in how they learn, communicate, socialize and cope?


We are doing a research study with young children with such conditions. The study will explore the effects of battery-operated wheelchairs on the development and functional skills of children when compared to similar children who do not receive the intervention.

Requirements: Participants must be 14- to 30-months of age, must be unable to walk, must have adequate vision and hearing, and must have the ability to learn to use a battery-operated wheelchair.

Participation is voluntary. For more information, please call Amanda Porter at 405-271-2131 ext 46813 or E-mail at Amanda-Porter@ouhsc.edu for further details!

All calls and E-mails are confidential. The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No comments: