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Using Augmented Reality to Promote Physical Activity in Children With Cerebral Palsy

A Pilot Study Using Exergaming With Augmented Reality to Promote Physical Activity in Children With Cerebral Palsy

Who can join

As published by the study on ClinicalTrials.gov. "Not stated" means the study hasn't said — ask the study team.

Age
5 Years to 18 Years
Sex
All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
Compensation
Not stated

Other requirements are listed under Eligibility below. Only the study team can confirm whether you can join.

What to expect

No one can promise a trial will help you personally — that is what the research is trying to find out.

What participation involves

  • Time periods mentioned: 4 weeks
  • Procedures mentioned: Questionnaires, Interviews

Only what the study's summary and detailed description on ClinicalTrials.gov say. Time periods may describe the whole study or a part of it — ask the study team what applies to you.

Show the study's own words
  • "Children with cerebral palsy (CP), Gross Motor Functional Classification Scale (GMFCS) I-II will be recruited to participate in a home based physical activity intervention for 4 weeks."
  • "Demographic data will be collected, and validated surveys assessing baseline physical activity level and mobility will be completed."
  • "At the end of the program, participants will complete final surveys and an exit interview."
  • "Feasibility will be defined as 1) Program Engagement measured by the app and program evaluation surveys 2) Program Adherence measured by exercise compliance defined as the number of self-reported exercises logged, app usage logs, and sessions completed for the intervention and control groups."
  • "Validated questionnaires will be administered to evaluate the effect of the intervention at baseline and final assessment."
Compensation
Not stated
  • Study-related exams and procedures are typically provided at no cost. This is how many trials work in general — confirm the details for this study with the study team.
  • Participants are monitored closely by the research team throughout the study.
  • Some participants may receive access to an investigational treatment, which is still being studied.
  • Your participation helps researchers learn whether this approach could help future patients.

About this study

In plain language

This study tests an augmented reality (AR) app to help children with cerebral palsy be more active. AR adds digital images to a view of the real world. Children who can walk will use the app for a 4-week home exercise program.

Children with cerebral palsy (CP), Gross Motor Functional Classification Scale (GMFCS) I-II will be recruited to participate in a home based physical activity intervention for 4 weeks. Demographic data will be collected, and validated surveys assessing baseline physical activity level and mobility will be completed. Participants will have an exercise program assigned and will be given a logbook to record their exercise adherence. They will be assigned to the Augment Reality (AR) app group. The AR app group will have exercises administered through the AR app. At the end of the program, participants will complete final surveys and an exit interview.

Compensation is read from the study's own description and may be missing — always confirm with the study team.

Eligibility

Who can join

  • Have cerebral palsy, a condition that affects movement and muscle control.
  • Can walk and are in GMFCS level I or II, a scale that rates movement ability.
  • Speak English or Spanish.
  • Have no plans for surgery on the legs or feet in the next 4 months.

Who can't join

  • Have moderate to severe delays in development or thinking skills.
  • Have major hearing loss or vision problems.
  • Had surgery or a broken bone in the past 4 months that affects physical activity.

Simplified for readability. The official criteria below are what the study team uses.

Official eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of cerebral palsy, * Ambulatory (GMFCS I and II) * English or Spanish speaking * No plans for lower extremity surgery in the next 4 months Exclusion Criteria: * Moderate to severe developmental or cognitive delay * Significant hearing loss or visual impairment * Recent surgical procedure or fracture over the past 4 months that impacts physical activity

Study sites (1)

CA