Comparing Virtual Reality Exercise to Aerobic Training for Physical Therapy Students
Effect of Virtual Reality Exercise Versus Aerobic Training on Performance and Endurance in Physical Therapy Students
This study tests if virtual reality exercise can help female physical therapy students with obesity improve their performance and endurance better than traditional aerobic training.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Giza , Dokki) |
| Trial ID | NCT06396182 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Virtual Reality Exercise compared to traditional aerobic training on performance and endurance among female physical therapy students with Class I obesity. A total of sixty participants aged 18 to 25 will be randomly assigned to either the virtual reality exercise group or the aerobic training group, with interventions occurring three times a week over eight weeks. The study seeks to address the growing concern of sedentary behavior and its associated health risks in university students. Ethical considerations will be upheld, with informed consent obtained from all participants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are female physical therapy students aged 18 to 25 with a Body Mass Index classified as Class I obesity.
Not a fit: Patients with cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or neurological diseases, as well as those with attention disorders or physical disabilities, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide an innovative approach to improving physical fitness and endurance in young women with obesity.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of virtual reality in exercise is a growing field, this specific comparison with aerobic training in a university setting is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The subject selection will be according to the following criteria: * Age between 18 and 25 years. * Female only will participate in the study. * Class I obesity, Body mass index is (30.0 to 34.9). * No diseases/conditions preventing physical activity participation. Exclusion Criteria: * The potential participants will be excluded if they meet one of the following criteria: * Have any cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or neurological diseases. * Have any attention disorders or physical disability. * Previously played the virtual reality exercise that will applied in this thesis.
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Giza , Dokki
- Faculty of Physical Therapy — Cairo, Giza , Dokki, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Neama EL_Sheikh, assistant lecturer
- Email: neama.mahmoud2040@yahoo.com
- Phone: 01228164525
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.