Special PE program boosts strength in teens with intellectual disability

NCT ID NCT07599033

First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a 10-week adapted physical education program for 46 adolescents with mild intellectual disability. Half followed the special program, while the other half continued their usual school activities. The goal was to see if the program could improve muscle strength and endurance, which are often lower in this group and can affect daily life and health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Inonu University, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Physical Education and Sport on Disabilities

    Malatya, Battalgazi, 44280, Turkey (Türkiye)

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