Virtual reality exercise program for teens with juvenile arthritis
Effect of Immersive Virtual Reality Exergaming Program on Physical Fitness, Functional Capacity and Physical Activity In Adolescents Diagnosed With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study tests whether a fun virtual reality exercise program can help teens with juvenile arthritis get fitter and more active compared to a regular home exercise plan.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 13 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Istanbul and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06176846 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of a home-based exercise program compared to a personalized immersive virtual reality exergaming program (Fit-XR) on physical fitness and activity levels in adolescents diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Participants will engage in either the Fit-XR program, which involves 25-30 minutes of exercise two days a week for eight weeks under physiotherapist supervision, or a tailored home-based exercise regimen. The study aims to assess improvements in functional capacity and overall physical fitness through these interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents aged 13-18 with a confirmed diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis for at least six months.
Not a fit: Patients who have recently been diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis or have conditions that severely limit their ability to exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance physical fitness and functional capacity in adolescents with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific use of immersive virtual reality in this context, similar approaches in physical rehabilitation have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Having a definitive diagnosis of JIA according to the ILAR classification at least 6 months ago * Being between the ages of 13-18 Exclusion Criteria: * JIA diagnosis was made less than a month ago * Having had a surgical or arthroscopic operation within the last year * Presence of active synovitis or arthritis * Have a disease that may limit the ability to exercise or increase the cardiovascular risk of exercise, including cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal, or metabolic disorders * Having active vestibular disease * Having a neurological disease that prevents walking and exercising * Having been exercising regularly for the last 6 months * Having severe vision and hearing problems * Use of any medication or supplement known to increase anabolic responses * Having mental inability to understand the exercises
Where this trial is running
Istanbul and 3 other locations
- Istanbul University Medical Faculty Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
- Cam and Sakura City Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
- Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa, Faculty of Health Science, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
- Umraniye Research and Training Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nilay Arman, Assoc.Prof. — Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Faculty of Health Science, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
- Study coordinator: Nilay Arman, Assoc.Prof.
- Email: nilayarman@iuc.edu.tr
- Phone: 905534558707
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.