This study is looking at how chronic pain (long-lasting pain) in people with cerebral palsy (CP), a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture, is connected to changes in the brain. Researchers will use special MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scans, which are detailed pictures of the inside of your body, to look at brain structure and function. They also want to understand how these brain changes relate to sensory issues. The goal is to find new ways to identify and understand different types of pain in people with CP, which could lead to better ways to manage it. This study is observational, meaning researchers will collect information without giving any new treatments, and plans to include 300 participants.

Study design

This is an observational study that aims to enroll 300 participants. It is not a treatment study, but rather focuses on understanding the links between brain changes and chronic pain in cerebral palsy.

What's involved

Participants will complete online questionnaires about pain symptoms and medical history. Some participants will also have a research MRI scan that lasts no more than 1.5 hours.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Brain and spine measurements will be taken at less than 3 months.

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