Measuring Standing Balance in Children With Autism Using a Virtual Reality System
Measures standing balance in children with autism and compares it with thinking abilities.
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Registry title: Static Balance Assessment in Children With ASD Using VRRS
Key facts
- Where
- Messina, ItalySee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 6 and 13 years old?
Source: NCT07403396, who can take part
Where in Italy
- Italy Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation (IRIB) - National Research Council (CNR)Messina, ItalyTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Istituto per la Ricerca e l'Innovazione Biomedica
- Trial code
- NCT07403396
- Record updated
- 11 February 2026
- Original description
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often exhibit postural and balance difficulties, which can impact daily functioning and motor development. Quantitative assessment using Virtual Reality Rehabilitation System (VRRS) provides precise measurements to better understand these deficits and their potential relationship with cognitive functioning. This observational trial aims to evaluate static balance in children with ASD aged 6-10 years. A total of 50 participants were enrolled, with 10 children in each age group. Static balance was assessed using the VRRS and a specific balance task, measuring 13 quantitative parameters including Mean Distance Centre of Pressure (MD_COP), Root Mean Square of Distance (RMS), Total Excursion (ESC), Velocity (VEL) , and Sway area (SWAY). Cognitive functioning was also recorded using standardized IQ assessments to explore correlations between balance performance and cognitive abilities. All data were stored in a dedicated database for analysis.Read full original descriptionShow less
Quantitative Assessment of Static Balance in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Using VRRS
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often exhibit postural and balance difficulties, which can impact daily functioning and motor development. Quantitative assessment using Virtual Reality Rehabilitation System (VRRS) provides precise measurements to better understand these deficits and their potential relationship with cognitive functioning. This observational trial aims to evaluate static balance in children with ASD aged 6-10 years. A total of 50 participants were enrolled, with 10 children in each age group. Static balance was assessed using the VRRS and a specific balance task, measuring 13 quantitative parameters including Mean Distance Centre of Pressure (MD_COP), Root Mean Square of Distance (RMS), Total Excursion (ESC), Velocity (VEL) , and Sway area (SWAY). Cognitive functioning was also recorded using standardized IQ assessments to explore correlations between balance performance and cognitive abilities. All data were stored in a dedicated database for analysis.
Participant recruitment: Children diagnosed with ASD will be recruited from the clinical facilities of the Institute for Biomedical Research and Innovation of the National Research Council of Italy (IRIB-CNR) in Messina as part of an ongoing research program.
Withdrawn criteria: Participants will be considered withdrawn if any of the following occurs: (1) participant chooses to withdraw from the study at any time, (2) intolerable adverse effects, (3) major violation of the study protocol, and (4) other circumstances that would endanger the health of the subject if he/she would to continue his/her participation in the trial.
Virtual Reality Rehabilitation system: The VRRS, a sophisticated technological innovation, aims to generate immersive and interactive settings intended for therapeutic and evaluative objectives. Through the utilization of virtual reality (VR) technology, it constructs diverse scenarios, tasks, and activities in a controlled digital environment, fostering engagement. Primarily crafted for rehabilitation purposes, the VRRS features adaptable programs addressing various therapeutic requirements, encompassing motor skill enhancement, cognitive challenges, and assessments related to balance.
Inclusion: Diagnosis of Autism; QI ≥ 60.
Exclusion: Motor deficits due to another clinical condition.