Can video games help kids with asthma breathe better?

NCT ID NCT07610447

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study compares two types of aerobic exercise for children with asthma: virtual reality-based games and treadmill walking. Thirty children aged 10-17 will exercise twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure lung function, exercise capacity, and quality of life to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Virtual reality-based aerobic exercise (Meta Quest 3S headset) and treadmill-based aerobic exercise
What this could lead to: If this works, it could show that fun, game-like exercise is just as good as treadmill workouts for improving asthma symptoms and lung function in children.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The virtual reality approach might not be as effective as traditional exercise.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA (DIAGNOSIS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bezmialem Vakif University
RECRUITING

Istanbul, Eyupsultan, Turkey (Türkiye)

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