BridgeMD
New treatment option for Development Coordination Disorder
Official title Movement Strategies During Balance Tasks in Children With and Without Developmental Coordination Disorder
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06802094
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The main objective of the study is to gain insights in how children learn a balance task and whether there is a difference between children with and without Developmental Coordination Disorder. Furthermore, the investigators are interested in the brain activity of these children while learning this new balance task.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 7 to 12. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- For children with DCD
- Children with the clinical diagnosis of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) based on criteria of the DSM-5 (APA, 2013), diagnosed by a...
- Children who have no formal diagnosis are evaluated by the research team using the diagnostic criteria as outlined in the , these children will be...
- Balance problems need to be present and objectified with the Balance Evaluation Systems Test for Children, second edition (Kids-BESTest-2). (total...
- Total score at or below the 25th percentile on the Movement Assessment Battery for children, second edition
You likely can't join if
- Presence of:
- Intellectual problems
- Visual problems
- Vestibular problems
- Neurological conditions
- Not able to follow instructions due to behavioral problems
See the full eligibility criteria
- For children with DCD
- Children with the clinical diagnosis of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) based on criteria of the DSM-5 (APA, 2013), diagnosed by a pediatrician.
- Children who have no formal diagnosis are evaluated by the research team using the diagnostic criteria as outlined in the , these children will be included as "suspected of having DCD"
- Balance problems need to be present and objectified with the Balance Evaluation Systems Test for Children, second edition (Kids-BESTest-2). (total score below 80%) For children without DCD
- Total score at or below the 25th percentile on the Movement Assessment Battery for children, second edition
- Normal postural control, objectified by the Kids-BESTest-2 (score at or above 80%)
- Match with children with DCD based on their sex, age and potential comorbidities.
- Presence of:
- Intellectual problems
- Visual problems
- Vestibular problems
- Neurological conditions
- Not able to follow instructions due to behavioral problems
- Refuse to participate
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Diepenbeek, Limburg, Belgium
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 all sexes, 7 years to 12 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Diepenbeek, Limburg, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.