Aerobic exercises to improve motor skills in children with mild cognitive impairment
Effects of Aerobic Exercises on Dual-task Performance and Motor Skills in Children With Mild Cognitive Impairment
This study tests whether aerobic exercises can help children with mild cognitive impairment improve their motor skills and ability to do two things at once.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 26 (estimated) |
| Ages | 7 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06867692 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how aerobic exercises can enhance dual-task performance and motor skills in children diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It focuses on the cognitive challenges these children face, particularly in tasks that require both cognitive and motor functions. By implementing a structured aerobic exercise program, the study aims to assess improvements in cognitive efficiency and physical coordination. The research will involve children with specific cognitive profiles and will monitor their progress through various performance metrics.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged with mild cognitive impairment, specifically those with an IQ between 50 and 70 who can understand instructions.
Not a fit: Patients with hearing or vision impairments, neurological or musculoskeletal disorders, or those already involved in another intervention program may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved cognitive and motor skills in children with mild cognitive impairment, enhancing their daily functioning and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific impact of aerobic exercises on children with mild cognitive impairment has not been extensively studied, similar interventions in other populations have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * IQ from 50 to 70 * Who can easily understand instructions * Both genders are included Exclusion Criteria: * Hearing or vision impairment * Any neurological/musculoskeletal disorder * Already involved in an intervention program
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Hands on Care, Wapda Town — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fareeha Kausar, PP-DPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.