Robot dog walks for young children with cancer
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether walking with a robotic dog can help young children with cancer feel better during their hospital stay. It's for kids aged 2 to 7 who are recently diagnosed, on treatment, and able to do light activity.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child must be between 2 and 7 years old and currently receiving cancer treatment.
- They must have been diagnosed within the last month and be expected to stay in the hospital for at least another month.
- Their pain must be mild (not severe enough to prevent walking) and they must be healthy enough for light walking, as approved by their doctor.
- They cannot be scheduled for or currently having a stem cell transplant.
- They must have good oxygen levels and adequate hemoglobin (a blood count that helps carry oxygen).
- They must be able to interact with a robotic dog without significant vision, hearing, or thinking problems.
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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