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This study tested a mobile game designed to help children aged 11-14 with chronic kidney failure manage their condition. 68 children were split into two groups: one played the game, the other did not. Researchers measured changes in health knowledge, healthy lifestyle beliefs, an…

This study looked at whether children with year-round allergies can use their nasal spray only when symptoms bother them, instead of every day. 68 children aged 6-18 took part. The goal was to see if the as-needed approach controls symptoms just as well, while using less medicine…

This study tested two therapies—neuromuscular electrical stimulation and myofeedback—to improve arm function in children with weakness on one side after brain tumor surgery. Forty-five children aged 6 to 14 took part. The goal was to see if these treatments could boost muscle act…

This study looked at whether aerobic exercise and virtual reality games could improve the physical abilities, activity levels, and participation of children aged 6 to 10 living in care. 63 children were split into two groups: one did 12 weeks of exercise and VR games, while the o…

This study looked at whether using finger puppets, video games, or stress balls can help reduce fear and improve emotional behavior in children aged 4-6 who need inhaler therapy. 120 children participated, and researchers measured their fear levels, emotional responses, and paren…

This study looked at 132 children with obstructive sleep apnea who had their tonsils and adenoids removed. Researchers wanted to find out how often breathing problems happen after surgery, especially in children with other health issues. The goal was to create a simple guide for …

This study tested a mobile health tool called CAARE to help children under 12 and their caregivers cope with emotional and behavioral challenges after a traumatic injury. Researchers measured changes in distress, PTSD symptoms, depression, and quality of life in 54 participants. …

This study tested a school program called SocLaLola that uses a comic book to teach children aged 8 to 11 about pain. The goal was to see if it improves their understanding of pain and reduces fear of moving. 82 students from two schools took part, and researchers measured change…