A study in inter relations of physical activity, nutrient intake and muscle function in rural Indian children.
- Conditions
- To improve muscle function parameters in children
- Registration Number
- CTRI/2018/07/014815
- Brief Summary
The aim of the study is to study the effects of different types of exercises along withprotein and energy supplementation on muscle function parameters assessed usingjumping mechanography in rural Indian school children. Short-term interventions involving moderate-intensity physical activity,including school-based programs, can improve aerobic fitness and lower thedegree of adiposity. Weight-bearing activities during childhoodhave a positive effect on bone strength and low bone strength in childhood isassociated with a higher fracture risk in later life. Increased dietary protein combinedwith progressive resistance training can enhance muscle mass, size, andstrength, particularly in young- and middle-aged adults. However,such data is scarce in paediatric population. Also, whether exercise combinedwith protein supplementation can promote a greaterresponse than either exercise or protein alone has not been investigated. We hypothesize that supplementation with these nutrients along with regular and structured exercise will improve the muscle function parameters in children. This, inturn, will improve their health and performance and general well-being. This study may also help inidentifying which type of activity has the maximum positive effect on musclefunction in children and thus help in planning sports curriculum in schools.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Closed to Recruitment of Participants
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 225
Healthy, physically active children, aged 6-10 years, from rural schools in Pune district.
Children with height or weight below 3rd percentile or above 97th percentile according to Indian reference charts recommended by the Indian Academy of Pediatrics Those who are severely anaemic (i.e. Hb<8g/dl) Use of any drug known to affect bone or muscle health Children who have received Vitamin D supplements previously.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method A possible increase in the muscle function parameters (muscle force and muscle power). The muscle force and muscle power will be assessed using ground reaction force plates. After 6 months of intervention.
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method This study may help in identifying which type of activity has the maximum positive effect on muscle function in children and thus help in planning sports curriculum in schools. At endline,that is 6 months after intervention.
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute
🇮🇳Pune, MAHARASHTRA, India
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute🇮🇳Pune, MAHARASHTRA, IndiaDr Anuradha KhadilkarPrincipal investigator020-26141340anuradhavkhadilkar@gmail.com