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Official title Xbox Kinect Sports Versus Nintendo Switch Sports
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06551870
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study will be to compare the effects of Xbox Kinect Sports (XKS) with respect to Nintendo Switch Sports (NSS) and the inactive control group (CG) on body composition (percent body fat and fat-free mass) and physical performance (hand grip strength, HGS; 30 seconds standing in a chair, timed get up and walk, TUG; sit and reach and 2-minute step test) in physically inactive older women. This study will be randomized controlled trial with three parallel groups: XKS (n= 13), NSS (n= 14) and CG (n= 16).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 60 to 75, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Older female aged between 60 and 75 years old.
- Presenting the ability to understand and execute direct commands in a contextualized manner.
- Independent, that is, have a score equal to or greater than 43 points in the Preventive Medicine Exam for the Older People (in Spanish, EMPAM) of the...
- Did not present any visual difficulty and/or any vestibular alteration that would hinder the performance of the games in front of the screen-
- Complying with at least 85% attendance at the sessions scheduled for interventions.
You likely can't join if
- Having any disabling disease.
- Those female who have musculoskeletal injuries or who are undergoing physical rehabilitation treatment that prevents their normal physical...
- Those who have permanent or temporary contraindications to perform physical activity.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Osorno, Los Lagos Region, Chile
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 60 years to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Osorno, Los Lagos Region, Chile. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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