Adaptive physical activity for students with intellectual disabilities

Effects of Adaptive Physical Activity on Health-related Fitness of Students With Intellectual Disabilities

Not applicable Interventional Hunan Normal University · NCT06444659

This study tests whether specially designed physical activities can help improve fitness and health for students with intellectual disabilities.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages13 Years to 18 Years
SexAll
SponsorHunan Normal University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Changsha)
Trial IDNCT06444659 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study focuses on the effects of adaptive physical activity on health-related fitness in students with intellectual disabilities. It aims to explore theoretical and practical approaches to adaptive physical activities tailored for this population. The research will analyze the sports and health needs of these individuals and develop strategies for effective implementation of adaptive physical activities. By systematically studying these aspects, the study seeks to provide solutions and support for enhancing fitness in young people with intellectual disabilities.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are young individuals clinically diagnosed with intellectual disabilities who can commit to the exercise intervention.

Not a fit: Patients with other medical conditions that limit physical activity or those unable to participate in sports due to physical development issues may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the health-related fitness and overall well-being of students with intellectual disabilities.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with adaptive physical activity interventions for individuals with disabilities, indicating potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical diagnosis of Intellectual disability
* Agree and promise to participate in the exercise intervention throughout the study programme
* No other physical activity other than participation in school sports

Exclusion Criteria:

* Have other medical conditions that limit physical activity (e.g. asthma, heart disease, etc.)
* Suffers from complex neurological disorders
* unable to play sports due to abnormal physical development

Where this trial is running

Changsha

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Intellectual Disabilityintellectual disabilityhealth-related FitnessFundamental movement skills
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.