This study aims to examine the feasibility and an indication of possible effects of an IROMEC robot based play therapy within rehabilitation and special education on the level of playfulness of children with severe physical disabilities.
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Brief title
Condition
- Bone and joint injuries
- Muscle disorders
- Neuromuscular disorders
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Intervention
Outcome measures
Primary outcome
Video-observation will offer a method for scoring each participant on the Test
of Playfulness, showing one aspect of being engaged in play of a child with
severe physical disabilities. The Test of Playfulness (ToP) will be conducted
based on observation of the video data of the sessions. For each group or
individual participating in the study the ToP analysis will be done with the
videos of the fifth session. Researchers will be calibrated for this test
before doing this analysis.
Secondary outcome
A 10-point scale to assess playfulness from a therapists/special educators view
will be used. Children*s viewpoint on the play sessions will be taken into
account as well. Before and after every session the child will be asked to give
a description of their feelings (like, neutral, dislike) using 3 different
symbols (smileys). The Individually Prioritized Problem Assessment (IPPA) will
be used to assess to what extent the goals established before the series of
IROMEC sessions by the therapist/special educator are being reached. A
qualitative evaluation (using qualitative interviews) with the professionals
who have been using the IROMEC robot regarding the feasibility, usability,
barriers and facilitators will be performed. Furthermore they can give their
own impression of the possible effect of the robot. Observations and video
analysis will also be used to assess the (technical) performance of the robot,
the interaction between the robot and the child(ren) and the
therapist/educator.
Background summary
Play is essential in the development of every child and is a fundamental right
for every child. It is related to children*s cognitive, social, physical and
emotional development. Free play gives children the possibility to discover
their capabilities, try out objects, make decisions, understand cause and
effect relationships, learn, persist, and understand consequences of actions.
Research has shown that the abilities to play for children with severe physical
disabilities are limited. For many reasons children with disabilities
experience difficulties in starting, developing and performing play activities
in a natural way. The experience of play may be frustrating or may even be
impossible for children with physical disabilities. According to research, a
robotic toy might be able to function as a tailor made toy for children with
disabilities. A robot can provide various stimuli in a controlled manner that
could promote the child to interact and learn in different ways. The IROMEC
robot is developed to support play in children with disabilities. Until now
some studies with the IROMEC robot have been conducted with promising results,
especially for children with severe physical disabilities.
Study objective
This study aims to examine the feasibility and an indication of possible
effects of an IROMEC robot based play therapy within rehabilitation and special
education on the level of playfulness of children with severe physical
disabilities.
Study design
A multi-centre explorative feasibility study will be conducted over a three
month period (September 2015 - November 2015) involving children with severe
physical disabilities with a developmental age from 2-8 years old.
Intervention
Playing with the IROMEC robotic toy during therapy sessions or group sessions
(educational/therapy). Predefined play scenarios are explained in this
protocol.
Study burden and risks
Negligible
Henri Dunantstraat 2
Heerlen 6419 PB
NL
Henri Dunantstraat 2
Heerlen 6419 PB
NL
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Age
Inclusion criteria
Child with physical disability, developmental age 2-8 years
Exclusion criteria
sensory impairments (deafness and blindness), epilepsy and severe aggressive behaviour
Design
Recruitment
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In other registers
| Register | ID |
|---|---|
| CCMO | NL54310.096.15 |