VR-based aerobic exercise versus treadmill exercise for kids with asthma
Official title: Comparison of Treadmill and Virtual Reality-Based Aerobic Exercise Programs in Children With Asthma
Run by Bezmialem Vakif University · NCT07610447 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A 8-week randomized study will compare virtual reality–based aerobic exercise to treadmill exercise in children aged 10–17 with asthma to see which improves how far they can walk in 6 minutes and other health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 10 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Bezmialem Vakif University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Eyupsultan) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 25, 2026 |
| Main results expected | May 10, 2027 |
| Study ends | May 10, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | July 21, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07610447 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Children and adolescents aged 10–17 with physician-diagnosed asthma who are stable on treatment and able to participate in aerobic exercise.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with contraindications to VR use or those unable to participate in the exercise program may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This randomized, controlled study enrolls children and adolescents with physician-diagnosed asthma who will be assigned to either a virtual reality–based aerobic program or a standard treadmill-based program. Both groups receive supervised 40-minute sessions twice per week for eight weeks and begin with asthma education. Primary outcome is the change in the 6-Minute Walk Test; secondary outcomes include pulmonary function, respiratory muscle strength, asthma control, quality of life, and exercise adherence. The goal is to determine if gamified VR exercise can be as effective as conventional treadmill exercise while potentially improving motivation and adherence. The study acknowledges that regular aerobic activity is beneficial in asthma management but is often limited by symptoms and motivation, and it investigates whether VR could enhance participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, VR-based exercise could provide a more engaging option that improves physical capacity and asthma-related quality of life for pediatric patients.
How similar studies have gone: Limited evidence exists directly comparing VR-based aerobic exercise to conventional exercise in pediatric asthma, making this a relatively novel investigation with potential for meaningful insights.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children and adolescents aged between 10 and 17 years * Physician-diagnosed asthma according to Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) criteria * Stable medical treatment for asthma * Ability to participate in an aerobic exercise program * Willingness of the participant and parent/legal guardian to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular, or systemic conditions limiting participation in exercise * Contraindications to virtual reality use (e.g., epilepsy, photosensitivity) * Participation in a structured exercise program within the previous month * Asthma exacerbation within the previous month * Obesity diagnosis
Where it's running
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Bezmialem Vakif University
Istanbul, Eyupsultan, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ayşe Sena Manzak Dursun, PT, PhD
- Email: amanzak@bezmialem.edu.tr
- Phone: +905356735150
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.