Can virtual physio help kids with leukemia? small study tests hybrid approach

NCT ID NCT06170385

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Alberta Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a hybrid (in-person and online) physiotherapy program is feasible for children aged 4-17 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Ten children and their parents tried the program, which included tailored exercises and games. The goal was to see if families could and would participate, not to measure health benefits.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Physical therapy program (hybrid in-person and virtual)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a hybrid physiotherapy program is a practical way to help children with leukemia stay active during and after treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a very small feasibility study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to all children. It focuses on whether the program is possible and acceptable, not on health outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute lymphoblastic leukemia childhood malignant neoplasm neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

NEOPLASMS PEDIATRIC CANCER PHYSICAL THERAPY TELEMEDICINE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, T6G2R3, Canada

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