Physical and Psychosocial Outcomes of 16-Week Classroom-Based Morning Exercise Program
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Classroom-Based Morning Exercise Program: Exercises generally consist of movements that can be done sitting at a desk or standing next to a desk, and do not require equipment. It includes exercises for warming up, stretching, strengthening, balance and relaxation, lasting 10-15 minutes and suitable for daily use. It starts with a deep breathing exercise, continues with basic strength and flexibility exercises that mobilize the body, and ends with a deep breathing exercise again. Exercises that can be performed both sitting and standing are presented together. During the transitions between movements, small exercises such as "waving the hands" are also included as a break.
Study summary
The overall goal of the project is to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of primary school-aged children by incorporating short exercises-practicable within the classroom setting right at their desks-into their daily routines, thereby supporting their body awareness, flexibility, postural control, focus, and stress-coping skills.
Furthermore, the project aims to instill a habit of morning exercise among school-aged children and to determine the impact of this habit on flexibility, body image, pain, general well-being, and school burnout.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- FACES Pain Scale — from enrollment to the end of the program at 16 weeks
Pain assessment in children will be conducted using the Faces (FACES) Pain Scale. This is a visual scale developed to assess pain intensity, particularly in individuals-such as children-who cannot clearly express themselves verbally (Hicks, von Baeyer et al. 2001). The scale features a total of six facial images, progressing from a happy expression to expressions indicating increasing levels of pain. Children rate their pain by selecting the face that best represents how they feel. Widely used for children aged three and older, this scale is a trusted choice in clinical and field studies due to its ease of understanding and rapid administration. Researchers will show the children the various facial images on the scale and ask them to select the face that best reflects their state, thereby determining the pain score.
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| İstanbul Medeniyet Üniversitesi | Istanbul | Kartal |
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