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Unlocking fitness secrets: motor skills key for kids with down syndrome?

NCT ID NCT07702201

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how gross motor skills — like running, jumping, and balancing — are connected to overall physical fitness in children with Down syndrome aged 6 to 9. Researchers will measure motor proficiency and fitness using standard tests. The goal is to better understand these relationships to help design better physical activity programs.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If the study finds a strong link between motor skills and fitness, it could guide future exercise programs tailored for children with Down syndrome.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all children with Down syndrome. It does not test any treatment.

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Study facts

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Participants

20 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2023

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

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

Twenty Children with DS have been included in this Study. They were selected from special education schools

Ages

6 to 9 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Their age ranged from 6-9 years old, both sexes, and their IQ \> 50 (according to medical report). Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiovascular problems such as congenital heart disease , Neurological problems as uncontrolled epilepsy, or Orthopaedic surgical intervention in lower limb in the last 6 months.

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Conditions

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Down syndrome

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Down syndrome

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo University

    Giza, Eldoky, 11234, Egypt

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