A comparative study to find the effect of Physical activity training Versus Fundamental movement skill training on Physical activity level and Wellbeing among children with disability in school setting

Background: Children with disabilities(CWD),facing long-term physical and mental impairments, is recognized to improve their quality of life and effective participation in society by engaging in physical activity. CWD often fall short of recommended activity levels, posing a global health concern. Fundamental movement skills including basic motor skills acts as a key factor that can influence physical activity participation. Recognizing the gap, a need emerges for research comparing the effects of structured physical activity training with fundamental movement skill training, on physical and mental wellbeing of Children with disabilities.Method: In this parallel group RCT study,30 participants aged 9-14 years with physical and mild intellectual disabilities from special schools in Bangalore will be enrolled in a 4-week physical activity program. Through simple random allocation, they will be randomized(1:1) to either physical activity training or fundamental movement skill training. Exclusions will be comprised of children with sensory impairment or acute musculoskeletal and inflammatory conditions or who are not able to follow commands.Main Outcome measures: Physical activity level and Well-being will be assessed pre and post intervention using the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Children(PAQ-C) and The Stirling Childrens Wellbeing Scale(SCWBS)respectively.Data analysis: The results will be analysed using descriptive statistics, paired t test for finding the effectiveness within groups and unpaired t test for finding the effectiveness between the groups.