Exergaming on Hand Dexterity In Autistic Children

July 31, 2023 updated by: Riphah International University

Effects of Exergaming on Bimanual Hand Dexterity in Autistic Children

Through this study we aim to determine the effect of Exergaming on bimanual hand dexterity in Autistic children. This randomized controlled trial will recruit a sample of 20 autistic children as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria, through convenient sampling. The sample will be then randomly allocated to control group receiving the conventional dexterity training exercises and Intervention group which will be receiving conventional plus exergaming intervention.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

A study showed that a structured traditional physical activity intervention that targets specific MS resulted in motor function improvement in children with ASD along with exergaming that can improve EF in children with ASD.

On a population of 20 patients with CP, Structured Neurodevelopmental Therapy-based hand rehabilitation (SNDTBHR) was applied and in the results Positive effects of both interventions i.e. SNDTBHR and LMBET were found. Significant differences were found between LMBET and SNDTBHR on GGF, pinch forces, JHFT, and WCST all being in the favor of LMBET. Exergaming interventions in the individuals with ASD showed significant improvements in the physical fitness, executive functioning, and their self perception. Exergaming increased the interest and participation of Autistic children in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. In contrast, exergaming had small impact on emotional regulation As per the results of another study participants with poorer dexterity in the beginning of exergaming training program greatly improved their dexterity performance, which also improved their quality of life. Adherence and motivation increased significantly and system usability of the exergaming was acceptable. Participants with impaired dexterity showed improvement in the Nine-Hole Peg Test and the PDQ-39

According the researchers knowledge there have been numerous studies conducted on the effect of different exercise protocols on autistic children but there is lack of evidence in determining the effect of exergaming on specifically hand functioning/ dexterity in autistic population'. More studies should be done in order to check if exergaming or conventional treatment differ in their effect on hand dexterity in autistic children. Home based exergaming and low cost video assisted games for dexterity need more in depth study so that they can be readily used by general public.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

20

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
      • Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, 53700
        • CARD(Clinic for autism and related disorders)
      • Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, 54792
        • Lahore Autism Centre

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

5 years to 12 years (Child)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Description

INCLUSION CRITERIA:

  • Male and female children pre-diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
  • Autistic Children who are compliant with exergaming

EXCLUSION CRITERIA

  • Children not pre-diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
  • Autistic Children who have other coordination disorder such as developmental coordination disorder
  • Autistic Children with upper limb amputation.
  • Autistic children with loss of vision

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: Double

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Experimental: Exergaming
App based exercise games for dexterity will be used
Other: Exergaming
exercise games will be done for a total of 8 weeks ,100min of exergaming/week (5 days × 20 min).
Active Comparator: Conventional Dexterity Exercises
Dexterity exercises used conventionally will be done in this.
Other: Conventional Dexterity Exercises
Exercises traditionally used for dexterity will be done for 8 weeks, 100min of exercises/week (5days × 20 min)

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Minnesota Manual Dexterity Test (MMDT)
Time Frame: 4 weeks
This test evaluates the gross motor skill of the assessed individual, including the the unilateral and bilateral manual dexterity. It is used for various purposes including the measurement of disability , specific training programs and manual activities in practical life, as to hand grip strength
4 weeks

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Box and Block Tests (BBT)
Time Frame: 4 weeks
It is designed to measure manual dexterity, which often underestimated in assessment of patients. The BBT consists of transporting small pieces of wood from one side to the other for one minute. These blocks must be taken from end to end from a wooden box with partition. The number of blocks has to be recorded for the upper dominant and non-dominant member upon three attempts for each member
4 weeks

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Sara Aabroo, Riphah International University

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

June 15, 2022

Primary Completion (Actual)

February 28, 2023

Study Completion (Actual)

February 28, 2023

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

July 14, 2022

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

July 24, 2022

First Posted (Actual)

July 26, 2022

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

August 1, 2023

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

July 31, 2023

Last Verified

July 1, 2023

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • REC/22/0204 Maham Shabbir

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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