New study reveals how fitness changes in kids with severe disabilities in orphanages

NCT ID NCT07291115

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Xili Wen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study followed 132 children and teens aged 7-18 with severe intellectual disabilities living in Chinese orphanages for three years. Researchers measured their physical fitness every three months using simple tests like throwing a beanbag, doing sit-ups, and standing on one leg. The goal was to understand how their fitness changes over time and to help improve exercise programs in institutional care.

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 successful, this study could help design better physical education programs for children with severe intellectual disabilities in institutional care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to children outside orphanages or with milder disabilities.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

intellectual disability

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY SEVERE INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Shanghai University of Sport, School of Physical Education and Training

Shanghai, Ph.d, 200438, China

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