Evaluation of the Use of a Virtual Reality Video-Game System as a Supplement for Rehabilitation of Children with Cerebral Palsy

“…They improve arm movements, functional status, daily life activities, and balance of children [60][61][62]. In the study of Luna Oliva et al [63], balance and daily life activities of children with CP who were treated for 8 weeks with Xbox 360 Kinect ™ (Microsoft) improved. Positive developments were determined following therapy in gross motor functions, balance, gait speed, running and jumping, daily life activities, and fine motor skills of children.…”

Section: Virtual Realitymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Although IVO is used as a treatment method in many studies, it can also be used as an evaluation method. Kinect 360 Xbox sensor provides information about the speed, acceleration, and distance of movement [63]. In the study of Jelsma et al conducted on children with hemiparetic cerebrals palsy, it was revealed that Nintendo Wii Fit game is effective in balance training [64].…”

Section: Virtual Realitymentioning

confidence: 99%

ICF‐CY‐Based Physiotherapy Management in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Çankaya¹,

Seyhan²

2016

Cerebral Palsy - Current Steps

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The immature brain damage causes cerebral palsy (CP) in children, and these children have many disorders of movement and posture development, often accompanied by disturbances of sensation, perception, cognition, communication, and behavior and by epilepsy and secondary musculoskeletal problems. According to the children and youth version of the WHO's classification as International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health-child and youth (ICF-CY), function can be classified, measured, and influenced in several dimensions. In the treatment of CP, various approaches used are based on different theories of motor learning. Commonly used approaches in the treatment of children with CP are as follows: (1) neurodevelopmental therapy, (2) goal-directed therapy, (3) constraint-induced movement therapy, (4) bimanual intensive manual therapy, (5) treadmill training, (6) muscle strength training, (7) virtual reality, (8) aquatherapy, (9) hippotherapy, (10) family education and home-based treatment.

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“…Although this therapy is currently regarded as unconventional, it has proved highly beneficial when applied in rehabilitation treatment [ 1 , 2 ]. Specifically, the results of a project conducted with patients with multiple sclerosis at Rey Juan Carlos University [ 5 ] revealed significant improvement when exercises based on video games were used. Thanks to this new therapy, many patients have been able to fully resume their activities of daily living, such as walking, jumping, or keeping their balance when standing up, that had previously caused them great difficulties.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Movement-Based Interaction Applied to Physical Rehabilitation Therapies

Navarro¹,

Penichet²,

Pérez³

2014

J Med Internet Res

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BackgroundHealth care environments are continuously improving conditions, especially regarding the use of current technology. In the field of rehabilitation, the use of video games and related technology has helped to develop new rehabilitation procedures. Patients are able to work on their disabilities through new processes that are more motivating and entertaining. However, these patients are required to leave their home environment to complete their rehabilitation programs.ObjectiveThe focus of our research interests is on finding a solution to eliminate the need for patients to interrupt their daily routines to attend rehabilitation therapy. We have developed an innovative system that allows patients with a balance disorder to perform a specific rehabilitation exercise at home. Additionally, the system features an assistive tool to complement the work of physiotherapists. Medical staff are thus provided with a system that avoids the need for them to be present during the exercise in specific cases in which patients are under suitable supervision.MethodsA movement-based interaction device was used to achieve a reliable system for monitoring rehabilitation exercises performed at home. The system accurately utilizes parameters previously defined by the specialist for correct performance of the exercise. Accordingly, the system gives instructions and corrects the patient’s actions. The data generated during the session are collected for assessment by the specialist to adapt the difficulty of the exercise to the patient’s progress.ResultsThe evaluation of the system was conducted by two experts in balance disorder rehabilitation. They were required to verify the effectiveness of the system, and they also facilitated the simulation of real patient behavior. They used the system freely for a period of time and provided interesting and optimistic feedback. First, they evaluated the system as a tool for real-life rehabilitation therapy. Second, their interaction with the system allowed us to obtain important feedback needed to improve the system.ConclusionsThe system improves the rehabilitation conditions of people with balance disorder. The main contribution comes from the fact that it allows patients to carry out the rehabilitation process at home under the supervision of physiotherapists. As a result, patients avoid having to attend medical centers. Additionally, medical staff have access to an assistant, which means their presence is not required in many exercises that involve constant repetition.

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Evaluation of the Use of a Virtual Reality Video-Game System as a Supplement for Rehabilitation of Children with Cerebral Palsy

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