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CPA researchers are conducting a clinical trial which combines therapy for babies at high risk of cerebral palsy, with support for their caregivers. The program is designed for very young babies at high risk of cerebral palsy, delivered when they arrive home from the hospital. The program has been designed by parents of children with CP, researchers and clinicians.
The team would like to know if providing therapy to babies very early in their life, combined with wellbeing support for caregivers, can improve infant development.
You and your baby can participate if they:
Please contact us to discuss whether your baby is eligible for the study at vip.study@cerebralpalsy.org.au
You and your baby have an equal chance of receiving the VIP early intervention program or their usual care.
All babies will have assessments in the first month, at 3-4 months, 6 months, and 12 months of age.
If you are in the VIP group, therapy for your baby will include:
If you think you and your baby may be eligible for the study, please click the button below to fill in the eligibility screening form. A member of our team will be in contact shortly.
Dr Cathy Morgan
Theme Leader, Early Detection & Intervention, Cerebral Palsy Alliance
M: 0408 205 542
E: cmorgan@cerebralpalsy.org.au
Jessica Gengaroli
Research Psychologist, Early Detection & Intervention, Cerebral Palsy Alliance
M: 0429 663 751
E: jessica.gengaroli@cerebralpalsy.org.au
