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Community-Based Resistance Intensive Personal Training (RIPT) Program for Youth with Cerebral Palsy: A Prospective
Karin Eldred1,2, Candice Natrasony1,3, Grace P S Kwong4
1Department of Allied Health, Alberta Children's Hospital, Alberta Health Services, Calgary, Canada.
Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics
|June 9, 2026
Summary
Community-based power training significantly improved goal achievement, gross motor function, and anaerobic capacity in youth with cerebral palsy (CP). This approach offers a promising alternative to clinical interventions, enhancing participation and physical health.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Exercise Science
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Cerebral palsy (CP) presents challenges in motor function and participation.
- Community-based interventions can offer accessible and engaging rehabilitation options.
- Power training is a targeted approach to improve physical capacity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of a community-based power training program on youth with CP.
- To evaluate effects on goal performance, motor function, and anaerobic capacity.
- To explore the feasibility of community-based exercise for this population.
Main Methods:
- A 12-week, pre-post prospective cohort pilot study.
- Youth with CP participated in a goal-focused power training program.
- Outcomes measured included goal attainment, gait speed, walking capacity, and anaerobic power.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in goal-related outcomes.
- Gross motor function, including gait speed, showed significant gains.
- Large effect sizes indicated meaningful changes in most measured outcomes, except 1-min walk test.
Conclusions:
- Community-based power training is a viable alternative to clinical settings for youth with CP.
- This approach enhances goal achievement, motor function, and anaerobic capacity.
- It promotes community exercise participation and improves physical health for youth with disabilities.
