Adaptive rock climbing program for children with limb differences
Evaluating Adaptive Rock Climbing on Children With Upper Limb Differences
NA · Children's Hospital Los Angeles · NCT06507072
This study tests whether a 12-week adaptive rock climbing program can help children aged 6 to 16 with limb differences improve their physical skills and mental well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Children's Hospital Los Angeles (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06507072 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effects of a 12-week adaptive rock climbing program on functional and psychosocial outcomes for children aged 6 to 16 with congenital upper limb differences. The study aims to measure improvements in physical abilities and mental health, as well as identify barriers to participation in adaptive sports. Participants will engage in structured rock climbing sessions designed to accommodate their specific needs and capabilities.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 6 to 16 with unilateral or bilateral congenital upper extremity disorders, whose parents are fluent in English or Spanish.
Not a fit: Patients younger than 6 years or older than 16 years, or those whose parents are not fluent in English or Spanish, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the physical and emotional well-being of children with congenital upper limb differences.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on adaptive rock climbing specifically, other adaptive sports programs have shown positive outcomes in improving psychosocial health and functional abilities in similar populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Parents 18 years and older. * English or Spanish speaking. * Participants with unilateral or bilateral congenital upper extremity disorders of limb formation differences ages 6-16. Exclusion Criteria: * Any patients younger than 6 years or older than 16 years, patients not fluent in English or Spanish, or patients with parents younger than 18 years.
Where this trial is running
Los Angeles, California
- Children Hospital Los Angeles — Los Angeles, California, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nina Lightdale, MD — Children's Hospital Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Abigail Padilla
- Email: abpadilla@chla.usc.edu
- Phone: 3236602450
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Congenital Upper Limb Differences, Adaptive sports, Rock climbing, Improved psychosocial health