Can a game make the walking test more fun for kids?
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests if adding game-like features to a standard 6-minute walking test makes it more engaging for children with muscle or nerve disorders. It may help kids stay motivated and perform better during the test.
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Who can take part
- Your child has a condition affecting muscles or nerves (like muscular dystrophy or similar).
- Your child can walk, even if they use braces or a walker.
- Your child is old enough to follow simple instructions in English.
- Your child is medically stable on the test day (no recent surgery or serious illness).
- Your family speaks English at home.
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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