Promoting healthy behaviours in young people with intellectual disabilities: a pilot RCT of an mHealth-based intervention targeting physical activity and sedentary behaviour

Key Points

• This research aims to assess the feasibility and impact of a gamified mHealth intervention on activities in young people with intellectual disabilities.
• Pilot randomized controlled trial assessing a gamified mHealth intervention.
• Targeted young individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Evaluated changes in daily ambulatory activity.
• The intervention increased daily step counts, though effects were limited.
• Findings suggest feasibility for future trials among this underserved group.