Improving fitness and health in children with physical disabilities through music and exercise.
Improving Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Cardiometabolic Health among Children with Physical Disabilities through Movement-to-Music Telehealth with Arm-based Sprint-Intensity Interval Training
This study is testing a fun online exercise program that uses music and short, energetic workouts to help kids with physical disabilities, like cerebral palsy, get fitter and healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10831518 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cardiorespiratory fitness and cardiometabolic health in children with physical disabilities by using a telehealth program that combines movement-to-music with arm-based sprint-intensity interval training. The program is designed to be enjoyable and accessible, featuring pre-recorded videos with engaging music and themes that resonate with children. By leveraging telehealth, the project seeks to encourage regular participation in exercise among children who may have limited mobility, ultimately aiming to improve their overall health outcomes. The approach is tailored specifically for children with cerebral palsy and other functional impairments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years with physical disabilities, particularly those with conditions like cerebral palsy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have physical disabilities or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the cardiovascular health and quality of life for children with physical disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using telehealth and exercise interventions for improving health outcomes in similar populations, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lai, Byron — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Lai, Byron
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.