Effects of Gince Zumba and Square Stepping Exercises on Motor and Cognitive Functions in Children With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 51
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Stroop Color Test Completion Time
研究概览
简要总结
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of structured exercise interventions (Gince Zumba and Square Stepping) on cognitive, motor and behavioral functions of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Specifically, this study aims to:
- compare the effects of Gince Zumba and Square Stepping on motor perfoemance, including coordination and reaction time.
- examine changes in cognitive functions, particularly attention and memory functions following each exercise intervention.
- evaluate the impact of both exercise programs on behavioral symptoms and social adaptation as reported by parents
- determine whether rhytm-based exercise (Gince Zumba) or cognitively demanding stepping exercise (Square Stepping) is more effective in imroving functional outcomes in children with ADHD.
Based on these aims, the study was conducted as follows:
- Eligible participants were randomly assigned to one of the three intervention groups ( square stepping group, gince zumba group, control group)
- All participants underwent baseline assessments prior to the interventions
- Participants in the intervention groups performed assigned activities for eight weeks, while the control group did not engage in regular physical activity during the same period.
- Following the completion of the interventions, all participants underwent post-intervention assessments
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Supportive Care
- 盲法
- Single (Outcomes Assessor)
盲法说明
This was a single-blind study in which outcome assessors were blinded to group allocation
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 8 Years 至 12 Years（Child）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Ability to read and understand Turkish language
- •Use of psychostimulant medication for at least 2 months prior to enrollment
排除标准
- •Diagnosis of intellectual disability
- •Comorbidity of medical or psychiatric
- •Inability to participate in physical activity
研究组 & 干预措施
Gince Zumba Group
Participants in this arm received the Gince Zumba exercise program conducted two times per week for eight weeks
干预措施: Gince Zumba Exercise (Other)
Square Stepping Group
Participants in this arm received the Square Stepping exercise program conducted two times per week for eight weeks
干预措施: Square Stepping Exercise (Other)
Control Group
Participants in this arm received no regular physical activity for eight weeks
结局指标
主要结局
Stroop Color Test Completion Time
时间窗: Baseline and at the end of the 8-week intervention
The Stroop Color Test is a neuropsychological assessment used to evaluate selective attention, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. In this study, the primary outcome is the total time required to complete the interference condition of the Stroop task, measured in seconds. Shorter completion time indicates better attentional control and executive functioning. Measurements will be obtained before and after the 8-week exercise intervention.
Visual-Auditory Digit Span Test Total Score
时间窗: Baseline and after 8 weeks
The Visual-Auditory Digit Span Test (VADST) is a neuropsychological assessment used to evaluate short-term memory and working memory through auditory and visual digit recall tasks. The primary outcome measure is the total test score, expressed in points, obtained from correct responses across all subtests. Higher total scores indicate better memory performance and cognitive processing capacity. The assessment will be administered at baseline and after the 8-week intervention period.
次要结局
- Blaze Pod Reaction Time Score(Baseline and after 8 weeks)
- Blaze Pod Number of Hits(Baseline and after 8 weeks)
- Blaze Pod Total Number of Errors(Baseline and after 8 weeks)
- Conners Parent Rating Scale Total Score(Baseline and after 8 weeks)
研究者
Ceylan Ekerer
Principal Investigator
Cukurova University