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Can a walking program with text reminders and social support boost health in adults with intellectual disabilities?

NCT ID NCT04573530

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a program called We Walk Plus, which uses a Fitbit activity tracker, personalized text messages, and a private social network to encourage walking in 46 adults aged 35-60 with mild or moderate intellectual disabilities. The goal is to see if the program is feasible and acceptable, and whether it can increase daily steps and improve cognition. Participants will wear the Fitbit, receive SMS reminders, and connect with others in a private online community.

What this could mean

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Active substance
We Walk Plus intervention (personalized SMS, Fitbit activity monitor, private social network)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help older adults with intellectual disabilities become more active and potentially improve their thinking skills.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 46 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program relies on support from family or staff, which may limit its use in other settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

53 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2021

Finished

Mar 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

35 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women with mild or moderate intellectual disabilities; * ages 35-60; * able to speak, read English and willing to provide consent to enroll; * able to follow instructions and walk, physically inactive; * willing to receive SMS, wear Fitbit throughout the study; * living with family or in a community residence; * support persons are willing to assist participants to ensure the Fitbit functions properly. Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to follow instructions; * diagnosis of coronary disease or uncontrolled hypertension, smokers, physically active; * participating in a health promotion program; * having mental illness or behavior problems; * support persons unable or unwilling to assist participants with Fitbit devices, if needed.

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Conditions

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intellectual disability Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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Intellectual disability

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Trinity Services Inc.

    New Lenox, Illinois, 60451, United States

  • University of Illinois at Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois, 60608, United States

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