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Behavioural Intervention

Dance Exercise for Down Syndrome (DANCE-DS Trial)

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Research Sponsored by University of Kansas Medical Center

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Diagnosis of Down syndrome

Be between 18 and 65 years old

Must not have

Unwilling to participate in outcomes assessments

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 12 weeks

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial is looking at whether a remote dance exercise program is suitable for young adults with Down Syndrome. Participants will do two 35-minute dance sessions per week for 12 weeks. The study aims to

Who is the study for?

This trial is for young adults with Down Syndrome who lead a sedentary lifestyle and are interested in participating in a remote exercise program. The goal is to see if this program can be done easily and if it's suitable for them.

What is being tested?

The study tests a 12-week online group dance program, where participants will have two 35-minute sessions each week. It aims to check the ease of doing the dance remotely, its impact on fitness and thinking skills, and how much energy it uses.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this intervention involves physical activity through dance, potential side effects may include typical exercise-related issues such as muscle soreness or fatigue. However, specific risks aren't detailed here.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I have been diagnosed with Down syndrome.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I am not willing to participate in follow-up assessments.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 12 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~12 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Adverse Events

Attendance

Retention

Secondary study objectives

6-minute walk test

Energy Expenditure

Episodic Memory

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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Decreasing Alzheimer's Risk Through oNline Choreographed Exercise - Down SyndromeExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will be asked to play attend 35 minute, remotely delivered, group exercise classes using choreographed exercise twice a week for 12 weeks.

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