Impact of Virtual Reality Games on Children with Coordination Issues
Author Information
Author(s): Leon M Straker, Amity C Campbell, Lyn M Jensen, Deborah R Metcalf, Anne J Smith, Rebecca A Abbott, Clare M Pollock, Jan P Piek
Primary Institution: Curtin University
Hypothesis
Can access to active electronic games enhance motor coordination and improve physical activity and mental health in children with developmental coordination disorder?
Conclusion
The study aims to determine if virtual reality games can improve motor coordination and related health outcomes in children with developmental coordination disorder.
Supporting Evidence
- The study will assess motor coordination using kinematic and kinetic motion analysis.
- Children will be evaluated before and after each 16-week condition.
- The primary outcome is motor coordination, with secondary outcomes including physical activity and mental health.
Takeaway
This study is looking at whether playing active video games can help kids who have trouble with movement feel better and move better.
Methodology
A cross-over randomised controlled trial comparing motor coordination and health outcomes between active electronic games and no active electronic games over 16 weeks.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in self-reported measures from children and parents.
Limitations
The study may not account for all external factors affecting children's physical activity and mental health.
Participant Demographics
Children aged 10-12 years with developmental coordination disorder.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = .041
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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