Status:

ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

10-Week Physical Activity Program for Mothers of Children With Developmental Disabilities

Lead Sponsor:

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Conditions:

Caregiver Burden

Eligibility:

FEMALE

25-50 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of a 10-week supervised Physical Activity program for mothers of children with developmental disabilities. 30 participants w...

Detailed Description

The specific aims of this study are: * Aim 1: Determine the feasibility and acceptability of a 10-week supervised resistance training program for mothers of autistic children. * Aim 2: Determine the ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Be a mother of a child with a diagnosed developmental disability (e.g., autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, intellectual disability) ages 4-11.
  • Be able to engage in moderate-intensity exercise three times per week.
  • Be able to walk independently for at least a quarter of a mile without assistance.
  • Have reliable childcare arrangements during program sessions (please note: childcare will not be provided).
  • Be available and willing to attend scheduled assessments and group sessions throughout the 10-week program.

Exclusion

  • Are currently pregnant.
  • Have a physical disability or medical condition that prevents safe participation in physical activity.
  • Are already engaged in physical activity programs more than twice per week.
  • Have diagnosed mental health conditions that may interfere with consistent attendance or the ability to provide informed consent.
  • Are unable to communicate effectively in English.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

September 18 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

June 1 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

19 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07182071

Start Date

September 18 2025

End Date

June 1 2026

Last Update

October 17 2025

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University of Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin, United States, 53705