Studying How Daily Adapted Physical Activity Affects Sleep in Children and Teens Aged 5 to 16 With Blood Cancer

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating how adapted physical activity affects the sleep quality of children aged 5 to 16 who are undergoing treatment for blood cancer. Sleep problems are common in these children and negatively impact their quality of life. This trial aims to determine if daily practice of adapted physical activity can improve sleep compared to less frequent activity. The study compares two approaches practicing adapted physical activity once during four days control group versus practicing it daily for four days experimental group. This is a randomized, open-label trial conducted in a hospital and at home. The study lasts four weeks and includes a wash-out week after two weeks, allowing comparison of the two strategies. Participants will be monitored for sleep quality mornings and evenings over the study cycles. Researchers will also assess sleep duration, night awakenings, physical activity levels, quality of life, pain, fatigue, vigilance, and inflammation markers. These measurements will be taken at regular intervals during the two activity sessions. The trial aims to provide insights on the value of daily adapted physical activity in improving sleep for children with blood cancer.

Effect of APA on Sleep Quality in Children With Cancer From 5 to 16 Years