Effects of visual motor integration on preschool children's skills
Effects of Visual Motor Integration on Visual Perception, Spatial Awareness and Motor Skills in Preschool Children
NA · Riphah International University · NCT06955078
This study is testing if doing visual motor activities like drawing and writing can help preschool kids aged 4 to 6 improve their motor skills and overall development compared to regular class activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years to 6 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06955078 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how visual motor integration (VMI) tasks can enhance visual perception, spatial awareness, and motor skills in preschool children aged 4 to 6 years. Participants are divided into two groups: one group engages in VMI tasks such as drawing, handwriting, and gross motor activities, while the control group participates in regular class activities without VMI tasks. The effectiveness of these interventions is measured using the Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration and other assessments. The goal is to determine if VMI can improve academic-related skills and overall development in young children.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are preschool children aged 4 to 6 years with no history of visual or neurological abnormalities.
Not a fit: Children with disabilities indicating central nervous system dysfunction or those who wear glasses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved academic performance and developmental outcomes for preschool children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that interventions focusing on visual motor integration can lead to significant improvements in children's academic and motor skills, suggesting a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children were 4 to 6 years old * No history of visual or neurological abnormalities Exclusion Criteria: * • Children who presented a disability indicating a central nervous system dysfunction * Children wearing glasses
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Imran Amjad — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maria Amjad, MS-PT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: IMRAN AMJAD, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 92333224390125
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: Preschool Children, visual motor integration, preschool, visual perception, Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of VMI