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Aerobic Exercise With and Without Low Calorie Diet on Adiposity and BMI of Down Syndrome

RecruitingNAAges 8 Years - 16 YearsAllRiphah International University
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Down syndrome (DS) is caused by trisomy 21, or the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21. A calibrated weight scale is used to measure participants' weight accurately. A stadiometer measures participants' height to the nearest millimeter. A flexible non-stretchable waist circumference tape is used to assess abdominal obesity. Body mass index (BMI, ratio of height and weight, expressed as kg/m2 6-Min Walk is a test to evaluate aerobic fitness level. Brisk Walk, a type of moderate intensity aerobic exercise can be an effective component of a weight loss program for overweight and obese children with Down syndrome. The aim of this study to compare the effects of aerobic exercise alone versus aerobic exercise combined with a low calorie diet, to provide insights into optimal inte A randomized controlled trial will be conducted. The study will be conducted at Rehab Clinic, Lahore in a to

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Age (8-16) years. * Both Genders (Male and Female). * BMI-for-age percentile (at or above 85th percentile is overweight, and at or above 95th percentile is considered as obese) * Children with generally stable health condition, without significant co-morbidities that might affect diet or exercise interventions. * Consent form signed by parents, along with written approval by the physician. Exclusion Criteria: * History of any previous medical disease. * Previous Participation in any Weight Loss Exercise Program. * Participants following any specific diet plan from last 6 months. * Exclusion of children on medication that could affect weight or metabolism. * Children with physical disabilities that prevent them from safely participating in aerobic exercise. * Children with dietary restrictions or food allergies. * Children with severe cognitive impairments that prevent them from engaging in exercise program.
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What it tests

  • Aerobic Exercise and Low Calorie Diet
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Where

1 site
Jannat Arshad
Lahore, Pakistan
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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