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Sitting volleyball may be a Game-Changer for disability fitness

NCT ID NCT07164508

Symptom relief Sponsor: Education University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study will test whether a 16-week program of sitting light volleyball (a modified sport) can improve physical fitness and mental well-being in 225 adults with physical disabilities. Participants will be split into three groups: volleyball, seated dance, or a control group. The goal is to see if this fun, adapted activity can be a practical way to boost health and quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Sitting Light Volleyball (a modified sport) and Group Seated Dance
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, accessible way for people with physical disabilities to improve fitness and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage study (225 participants) comparing two activities, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits depend on consistent participation.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 225 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2029

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * People with disabilities registered in the Central Registry for Rehabilitation. * Diagnosed with physical disabilities such as impaired muscle power, limb deficiency, or leg length difference, using the soft volleyball and Para dance classification of International Paralympic Committee. * Has at least one functional arm. * With a normal to mild grade intellectual disability. * Have not participated in a structured physical activity program during the 6 months preceding the study. * Can communicate in Chinese. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a recorded Mini-Mental State Examination score of 17 or below. * Unable to sit unsupported, by recording a balance score at or below 2 on the Berg Balance Scale (indicating they are able to sit for a maximum of 30 seconds). * Having a Body Mass Index of 27 or above. * Have had orthopedic surgery 6 months (or less) prior to the study entry. * Have a history of cardiovascular disease that hinders study participation. * Have seeing and/or hearing difficulties. * Have not been approved by his/her physician to participate in the study due to a limiting medical condition

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Locations

  • 23 Waterloo Rd, Yau Ma Tei

    Kowloon, Hong Kong