Brain-Boosting exercise: new study tests movement training for ADHD kids

NCT ID NCT07139210

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tests whether a program of balance, coordination, and perception exercises can improve thinking, movement, and quality of life in 30 children with ADHD, ages 8 to 12. The training includes activities like balancing, shape perception, and eye-hand coordination. Researchers will measure changes in cognitive function, motor skills, and daily well-being.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Physical Therapy

    Dokki, Giza Governorate, 12612, Egypt

What this could mean

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

Active substance

perceptual-motor training program (balance, coordination, and perception exercises)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to help children with ADHD improve their thinking skills, motor abilities, and daily quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The training is not a cure and may not work for all participants.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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