Could a strong core sharpen a Child's handwriting?
NCT ID NCT07767656
First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study looks at whether core stability is linked to hand grip strength and handwriting performance in typically developing children aged 8 to 12. Researchers will measure core endurance, grip strength, and handwriting legibility in 100 primary school children. The goal is to understand how these motor skills relate during middle childhood.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If a link is found, it could inform school-based activities or exercises to support children's motor skills and handwriting development.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all children or those with motor difficulties.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 100 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
The study population will consist of typically developing school-aged children between 8 and 12 years of age. Participants of both sexes will be recruited according to the predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Children with neurological, musculoskeletal, visual, cognitive, or developmental disorders that could affect core stability, hand grip strength, or handwriting performance will be excluded. Written informed consent will be obtained from the parents or legal guardians of all participants before enrollment in the study.
- Ages
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8 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: Children will be included in the study according to the following criteria: * Typically developing children aged 8-12 years. * Both boys and girls. * Enrolled in primary school. * Able to understand and follow simple verbal instructions. * Able to read and write in English according to their educational level. * Regular school attendance. * Children with a typical level of physical activity for their age and not participating in competitive athletic training programs. * Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians. Exclusion Criteria: * History of neurological, developmental, or musculoskeletal disorders affecting posture, upper limb function, or handwriting. * Upper limb pain, deformity, fracture, or injury within the previous six months. * Uncorrected visual or hearing impairment. * Diagnosed developmental coordination disorder (DCD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), intellectual disability, or specific learning disorder affecting handwriting. * Previous surgery involving the upper limb or spine
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