In a recent project has been under development at the Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence, RI in which students are creating therapeutic toys specifically for children with Cerebal Palsy. Children with Cerebal Palsy often lack the fine motor skills needed to use controllers – common effects of the disorder include spasticity, involuntary movement and occasionally abnormal muscle tone, all of which make operating a toy that relies on the wrist, forearm and ability to make small quick movements difficult. The most beneficial toys, would not only double as fun and therapeutic, but would also increase the use of the affected limb and help to strengthen the muscles.
Not only are these toys good for physical therapy, but to reshape the brain after injury to improve function.
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