Evaluating the Feasibility, Usability, and Integration of the OptiTrack Motion Capture System in Inpatient Physical Therapy
Stanford University
Summary
Emerging technologies that utilize motion capture integrated with engaging software offer new methods for increasing engagement and movement in patients admitted to the hospital. Hospitalized patients are often limited to sedentary activities, spending the majority of their time in bed, which can contribute to deconditioning and functional mobility deficits. This study seeks to explore the feasibility of a tool designed to promote movement through engaging gameplay that is acceptable to both clinicians and families.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 6–17 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Pediatric patients aged 6-17 years. * Receiving physical therapy at Stanford Children's Hospital. * Medically cleared for standing and upper-body movement. * Ability to follow simple instructions and engage in standing gameplay Exclusion Criteria: * Orthopedic or medical conditions contraindicating physical activity. * Legal guardian not present to obtain consent * Child with a significant neurological condition or major developmental disability * Child with active infection of the face or hand * A history of severe motion sickness A history of seizures caused by flash…
Interventions
- BehavioralSnipperfingers
Snipperfinger is a self developed engagement focused software platform designed to encourage participation in pediatric physical therapy.
Location
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital StanfordPalo Alto, California