University Of Vigo
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Vigo, explained in plain language.
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VR exergames in school recess: a new weapon against childhood obesity?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis trial tests whether an immersive virtual reality exercise program, done three times a week during school breaks, can improve body composition and fitness in children aged 12 to 16 with overweight or obesity. Participants wear a head-mounted display and play active video game…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study tracks how simple exercises cut fall risk in seniors
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study watches older adults (70+) who join a routine fall prevention program in primary care. Researchers measure changes in balance, walking, and fall risk before and after the program. The goal is to see if the program helps people stay active and avoid falls.
Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Water workouts could be the key to back pain relief
Symptom relief TerminatedThis trial tests whether a six-week aquatic program based on the 'back school' approach can reduce pain and disability in adults with non-specific low back pain. Participants are randomly assigned to either attend the program (twice weekly, 45-minute sessions) or to a control gro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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VR gaming could be fun therapy for down syndrome
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether playing an immersive virtual reality exergame (Beat Saber) for 12 weeks can improve physical fitness, cognitive skills, and quality of life in 20 people with Down syndrome. Participants will do two supervised sessions per week. The goal is to see if gamif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Breathing trainer boosts athletic Women's lung power?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether using a device called PowerBreathe can improve lung function, exercise ability, and quality of life in female athletes. Twenty-one athletes will use the device for 10 weeks, then take a break, and then train without it. The goal is to see if the device ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Virtual reality games may sharpen teen reflexes
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis pilot study explores whether a virtual reality training program can improve reaction times and cognitive processing in secondary school students. About 24 male handball players aged 12 to 15 will either complete an 8-week immersive VR eye-hand coordination program or continu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Vigo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC