Xbox kinect games show promise for hand function in kids with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT07421193

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Pamukkale University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy cerebral palsy spastic hemiplegic

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CEREBRAL PALSY VIDEO GAME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Pamukkale Üniversitesi

Denizli, Pamukkale, 20100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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