The contributions of game therapy concerning motor performance of individual with cerebral palsy

• Main Authors: Thiago da Silva Dias, Karoline Faro da Conceição, Ana Irene Alves de Oliveira, Rafael Luiz Morais da Silva
• Format: Article
• Language: Portuguese
• Published: Universidade Federal de São Carlos 2017-09-01
• Series: Cadernos Brasileiros de Terapia Ocupacional
• Subjects: Cerebral Palsy; Rehabilitation; Technology
• Online Access: http://www.cadernosdeterapiaocupacional.ufscar.br/index.php/cadernos/article/view/1667/898

Objective: In this study, it was analyzed the use of the videogame console Nintendo Wii™ as a motor (re) habilitation tool for individuals with Cerebral Palsy. Method: This is a field study with an exploratory and quantitative nature, in which is presented a case study. The participant’s motor skills were assessed and reassessed using the standardized protocol GMFM-88 (Gross Motor Function Measure - 88). It were performed 10 game therapy sessions using the videogame “Aladdin Magic Racer” through February and March 2013. Results: The participant achieved a percentage increase of 10.06% in the total score of GMFM in the reassessment compared to the one achieved in the initial assessment. Thus, the data analysis showed that the participant’s motor performance changed after the intervention using the Nintendo Wii™. Conclusion: Game therapy might be used as a motor (re)habilitation method for individuals with Cerebral Palsy, as well as Nintendo Wii™ might be a component of a (re)habilitation program for this population, focusing on gross motor function.