Xbox kinect games show promise for hand function in kids with cerebral palsy
NCT ID NCT07421193
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding Xbox Kinect video games to standard therapy could improve hand function and daily activity participation in 24 children aged 7-13 with hemiparetic cerebral palsy. Half received standard therapy plus gaming sessions, while the other half had standard therapy alone. Researchers measured hand skill, independence, and participation using questionnaires and a peg test.
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Active substance
Video-based gaming using Microsoft Xbox Kinect
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, engaging way to improve hand function and daily participation for children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The gaming approach may not be more effective than standard therapy.
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Pamukkale Üniversitesi
Denizli, Pamukkale, 20100, Turkey (Türkiye)