Xbox kinect games boost hand skills in kids with cerebral palsy

This study looked at whether playing motion-sensor video games (Xbox Kinect) could improve hand function and daily participation in children with hemiparetic cerebral palsy. Twenty-four children aged 7-13 were split into two groups: one did standard therapy four times a week, while the other did standard therapy twice a week plus two 45-minute video game sessions. After 12 weeks, researchers measured hand skills and participation in daily activities to see if the gaming group improved more.