Can specialized exercises improve balance in children with obesity?
NCT ID NCT07744022
First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a specialized exercise program called Progressive Neuromuscular Stabilization (PNS) can improve balance and body composition in children with obesity, compared to standard aerobic exercise. Children aged 12-18 with obesity will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: PNS exercises, aerobic exercises, or a control group receiving only advice. Over 12 weeks, the exercise groups will have supervised sessions twice weekly plus home exercises via a mobile app. The study measures changes in balance, body fat, and other health indicators to see which approach is more effective.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Progressive Neuromuscular Stabilization (PNS) exercises and aerobic exercises
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could point toward a better exercise approach to improve balance and body composition in children with obesity, potentially enhancing their physical activity and quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small trial, and results may not apply to all children with obesity. The exercises require regular participation, and some children may not adhere to the program, affecting outcomes.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 54 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jul 2026
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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12 to 18 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 12 to 18 years * Classified as having Class I obesity (Body Mass Index \[BMI\] ≥95th percentile and \<120% of the 95th percentile for age and sex) or Class II obesity (BMI ≥120% and \<140% of the 95th percentile for age and sex), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) age- and sex-specific growth charts. * Able to maintain a single-leg stance on the non-dominant leg with eyes closed for less than 30 seconds. * Written informed consent provided by a parent or legal guardian, and assent obtained from the participant. * Willing and able to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Classified as having Class III obesity (Body Mass Index \[BMI\] ≥140% of the 95th percentile for age and sex). * Presence of an orthopedic condition that would prevent participation in the exercise program. * History of any injury or surgery within the previous 6 months. * Presence of a chronic neurological disorder. * Presence of a psychiatric disorder. * Presence of a severe cognitive impairment. * Presence of cardiovascular disease.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul University- Cerrahpasa
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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