Video game therapy: can 'Snipperfingers' get kids moving in the hospital?
NCT ID NCT06924801
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tests whether a motion-capture system called OptiTrack, paired with a game called Snipperfingers, can make physical therapy more engaging for children aged 6 to 17 who are staying in the hospital. Kids who are medically cleared to stand and move their upper body will play the game during therapy sessions. The goal is to see if the system is easy to use and acceptable to patients, families, and therapists, with the hope of reducing the time kids spend lying in bed.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Snipperfingers software platform
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, engaging way to help hospitalized children stay active during physical therapy, potentially reducing muscle weakness from bedrest.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The technology might be difficult to use or not engaging enough for all children.
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