Yoga Effects on Sensory, Motor, Cognitive Skills and Stress in Children With DCD
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This clinical trial registration documents an interventional study (NCT07547514) examining whether a structured yoga program improves sensory-motor skills, cognitive abilities, and perceived stress levels in children aged approximately 6-12 with Developmental Coordination Disorder. The trial will compare children participating in the yoga program against those receiving standard support. Yoga interventions include breathing exercises, body awareness, balance activities, and relaxation techniques.
“This clinical study aims to investigate the effects of yoga on children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD).”
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This document registers a new clinical trial on ClinicalTrials.gov. The study will enroll children with Developmental Coordination Disorder to evaluate whether an 8-12 week structured yoga program produces greater improvements in sensory processing, motor coordination, cognitive performance, and stress reduction compared to standard care. The trial lists yoga as the sole intervention type and does not involve any drug or device product.
Healthcare institutions, clinical investigators, and pediatric rehabilitation providers should be aware of this emerging evidence stream. The study may inform future clinical practice guidelines for non-pharmacological interventions in developmental coordination disorders if positive results are published.
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The Effects of Yoga on Sensory, Motor, Cognitive Skills, and Perceived Stress in Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder
N/A NCT07547514 Kind: NA Apr 23, 2026
Abstract
This clinical study aims to investigate the effects of yoga on children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). DCD is a condition that can make it difficult for children to perform everyday activities, as it affects their ability to plan movements, maintain balance, and coordinate their actions. Children with DCD may also experience challenges related to attention, perception, and coping with stress.
The main purpose of this study is to examine whether a structured yoga program can improve children's sensory (how they perceive and process information from their environment), motor (movement and coordination), and cognitive (attention, planning, and problem-solving) skills, as well as reduce their perceived stress levels. Yoga is a holistic approach that includes breathing exercises, body awareness, balance activities, and relaxation techniques, which may support both physical and mental well-being.
The hypothesis of the study is that children with DCD who participate in the yoga program will show greater improvements in sensory-motor and cognitive skills and experience lower levels of perceived stress compared to those who do not participate or who receive standard support. Regular yoga practice is expected to help children become more aware of their bodies, perform movements more effectively, and gain greater independence in daily activities.
The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of intervention programs for children with DCD...
Conditions: Development Coordination Disorder, Motor Coordination or Function; Developmental Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder, Perceived Stres Level, Cognitive Ability General
Interventions: Yoga intervention
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