A study in inter relations of physical activity, nutrient intake and muscle function in rural Indian children.
Not Applicable
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Closed to Recruitment of Participants
- Sex
- Not specified
- Target Recruitment
- 0
Inclusion Criteria
Healthy, physically active children, aged 6-10 years, from rural schools in Pune district
Exclusion Criteria
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.Timepoint: 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.Timepoint: At endline,that is 6 months after intervention.