Sailing therapy sets sail for rare bone disease patients

NCT ID NCT07102875

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study tested whether a 5-day sailing therapy program followed by 3 months of home-based telerehabilitation is safe and feasible for young people aged 12–30 with rare skeletal disorders. 24 participants were randomly assigned to either the sailing-plus-rehab group or a rehab-only group. The study measured adherence, safety, motor function, and quality of life to see if this unique approach could improve both physical and emotional health.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
sailing therapy and home-based telerehabilitation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new, engaging rehabilitation option that improves both physical function and emotional well-being for people with rare skeletal disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is complex and may not be widely available or affordable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bone disorder musculoskeletal system disorder Psychological Well-Being Rare Diseases Social Behavior

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

    Bologna, Italy, 40136, Italy

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