FitSkills for teens and young adults with physical disabilities
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial is testing if a program called FitSkills works well for young people in Ireland who have a physical disability. It aims to help them start exercising in a gym, which could improve their health and confidence.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a physical disability that started before you turned 15 (either from birth or later).
- You are between 13 and 24 years old.
- You haven't been going to the gym regularly (at least once a week for the last 3 months).
- You can understand and follow instructions in English.
- You are generally healthy enough to do 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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