Study of walking and heart changes in children and teens
This study looks at how children and teens’ heart rates and breathing respond during walking or light exercise. It may help researchers better understand who can safely take part in activity-based health programs.
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Who can take part
- Be between 6 and 20 years old when you sign consent/assent
- Be able to walk on your own without help
- You must be able to take part for the full length of the study
- Do not be pregnant during the study
- Do not have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device
- Have no heart or stroke history and no concerning heart symptoms with exercise
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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