Physical Activity in Children With Type 1 Diabetes Study

The Feasibility of a Physical Activity Intervention for Children With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: Steps To Active Kids (STAK)

This study aims to test the feasibility of a physical activity intervention called the Steps To Active Kids (STAK) programme in children aged 9 - 11 years with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM).

The STAK programme promotes physical activity in children who have a chronic condition, low levels of physical activity, are overweight or who lack confidence to take part in physical activity. The intervention involves an Activity Diary, circuit training, pedometer step counting, daily physical activity monitoring and goal setting to promote long-term increases in physical activity and its associated health benefits. This randomised single-centre feasibility study will test whether the STAK programme is feasible for children with T1DM, in terms of acceptability, attractiveness and compliance and a qualitative process evaluation will aid the assessment of feasibility.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Be aged between 9 and 11 years
• Have a clinical diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus for at least 3 months
• Be willing and able to comply with the study protocol
• Be physically able to participate in physical activity
• Have a parent/carer who provides informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Be under the age of 9 years and over the age of 11 years
• Have been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus for less than 3 months
• Have an injury or physical health condition that precludes their participation in physical activity
• Have a psychiatric disorder that interferes with provision of assent, completion of measurements, intervention, or follow-up
• Insufficient proficiency in English to comply with treatment or provide data