Individuals with Cerebral Palsy Needed for Dance Research Study
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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.