Can video games help kids with asthma breathe better?

NCT ID NCT07610447

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

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.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Bezmialem Vakif University

    RECRUITING

    Istanbul, Eyupsultan, Turkey (Türkiye)

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