Review
Integrating New Technologies into the Treatment of CP and DCD
Wilson P, Green D, Caeyenberghs K, Steenbergen B & Duckworth J
Disorders Of Motor (PH Wilson, Section Editor), Current Developmental Disorders Reports pp 1-14 First online: 11 April 2016
DOI: 10.1007/s40474-016-0083-9
Link to abstract: link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs40474-016-0083-9
Intention: From the perspective of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) http://www.who.int/classifications/icf/en/ , how does the current understanding of childhood participation and motor development shape opportunities for developing new rehabilitation technologies?
Process: The authors examine the ICF framework, its holistic perspective on neurodevelopmental disorders, and then the implications that could influence technology-mediated treatments. “…interventions should have a clear focus on enhancement of participation.” Virtual reality and interactive games for both CP and DCD are considered.
Conclusion: “VR technologies have the potential to expand the opportunities available for engaging children in therapeutic activities across physical, social [,] and cognitive domains.”