This resource is a 5-page plain language (no academic jargon!) summary of the results from our Minisiming Impairment Trial. The aim of this study was to see if children who wore an orthosis overnight for 3 years, experienced different outcomes from children who were not given an orthosis. We wanted to find out if having an orthosis would:

• improve or prevent loss of movement at the wrist.
• reduce muscle stiffness, pain,
• improve the ability to use hands for everyday activities, ease of care, participation in everyday life, and quality of life.

We also aimed to see whether the child’s age or severity of CP made a difference.

The summary explains why the research was needed, how the study was conducted, the results and what we learnt.

The original academic journal article may be found by linking through the URL at the end of this resource.