Cerebral palsy (CP) is a permanent disorder which affects the development of movement and posture. It causes activity limitation and is oftentimes accompanied by secondary musculoskeletal problems, disturbances of sensation, perception, cognition, communication and behavior.~In regard of the complex interplay between physical restrictions, motor disabilities, sedentary lifestyles and low participation in physical activity, an innovative exercise intervention study for adolescents with CP is intended in order to break the stated vicious cycle. This study aims at providing a novel and inclusive approach in how therapy for adolescents with CP is administered, with the main goal of examining the effects of a functional exercise intervention on motor capability and motor capacity.
This cross-over study analyzes a novel and inclusive approach in how therapy for adolescents with CP is administered, with the main goal of examining the effects of a functional exercise intervention on motor capability and motor capacity.~It is to investigate the effects of a functional movement-based exercise intervention in a group setting on motor capacity, motor capability and quality of life in adolescents with CP compared to standard therapy.