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
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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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Bezmialem Vakif University
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Eyupsultan, Turkey (Türkiye)
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