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Individuals with Cerebral Palsy Needed for Dance Research Study

March 12th, 2018

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Study will investigate the effects of ballet dance class on stretch reflexes and spasticity.

The Neuroscience of Dance in Health and Disability Laboratory at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is doing a research study on physical rehabilitation in cerebral palsy.

The study will investigate the effects of a ballet dance class on the regulation of stretch reflexes and spasticity in individuals with cerebral palsy.

Participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be between the ages of 3 and 64
  • Have been diagnosed with CP

No previous dance experience is required.

To participate and/or find out additional information, please contact Dr. Lopez-Ortiz at (217) 300-1022 or lopezort@Illinois.edu.