None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Nutritional supplement and exercise module 1: A specially formulated nutritional supplement, rich in protein (Laddoo or savoury puri) to be given orally, 5 days a week in addition to a
Sponsors
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Healthy, physically active children, aged 6-10 years, from rural schools in Pune district
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Children with height or weight below 3rd percentile or above 97th percentile according to Indian reference charts recommended by the Indian Academy of Pediatrics Those who are severely anaemic (i.e. Hb Use of any drug known to affect bone or muscle health Children who have received Vitamin D supplements previously
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| A possible increase in the muscle function parameters (muscle force and muscle power). The muscle force and muscle power will be assessed using ground reaction force plates.Timepoint: After 6 months of intervention. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| This study may help in identifying which type of activity has the maximum positive effect on muscle function in children and thus help in planning sports curriculum in schools.Timepoint: At endline,that is 6 months after intervention. | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Ravindra Ghooi
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute
Outcome results
None listed