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Combined Physical Activity and Education Intervention for Neck and Shoulder Pain in Children
Sponsor: Li Sha
Summary
Neck and/or shoulder pain is increasingly reported among school-aged children and may affect their physical activity, daily life, psychological well-being, and quality of life. This study aims to evaluate the effects of a school-based physical activity and education intervention on neck and/or shoulder pain and related health outcomes among primary school children in Shijiazhuang, China. Participants will be primary school children aged 10 to 12 years. They will be allocated to one of four groups: a physical activity group, an education group, a combined physical activity and education group, or a control group. The intervention will last for six weeks. The physical activity intervention will include structured game-based activities and neck-shoulder exercises, while the education intervention will include health education related to posture, screen use, physical activity, and pain prevention. The study will assess changes in neck and/or shoulder pain, pain intensity, physical activity, sedentary behavior, sleep quality, psychological factors, quality of life, and physical activity enjoyment before and after the intervention.
Official title: Effects of Physical Activity and Education Interventions on Neck and Shoulder Pain, Lifestyle Factors, Psychological Factors, and Quality of Life Among Primary School Children in Shijiazhuang, China
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
10 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2026-06
Completion Date
2026-10
Last Updated
2026-06-24
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Physical Activity Intervention
Each intervention session lasted for 70 minutes, conducted three times per week over a six-week period. Each session consisted of a 5-minute warm-up, 30 minutes of structured, game-based moderate-intensity PA, 30 minutes of targeted training for NSP, and a 5-minute cool-down. The intervention ensured appropriate PA volume and intensity for children. It was also designed to maintain high participation levels.
Education Intervention
The educational intervention in this study lasted for six weeks, with two sessions per week, each lasting 30 minutes, for a total of 12 instructional sessions. The content of the intervention was designed based on the principles of engagement, interactivity, and developmental appropriateness, with a central focus on enhancing primary school students' PA and promoting their physical and mental well-being. The curriculum covered topics such as PA knowledge dissemination, correct posture education, reduction of sedentary behaviour, and motivation for behavioural change.
Combined Physical Activity and Education Group
Participants in this group will receive a six-week combined physical activity and health education intervention. It is consistent with the intervention content of along physical activities and alone education.