The 'magic' of magic camp from the perspective of children with hemiparesis

Kevin Spencer, Hon K Yuen, Gavin R Jenkins, Kimberly Kirklin, Laura K Vogtle, Drew Davis, Kevin Spencer, Hon K Yuen, Gavin R Jenkins, Kimberly Kirklin, Laura K Vogtle, Drew Davis

Abstract

Previous studies have examined the quantitative results of using an organized approach of teaching and learning magic tricks-a therapeutic magic camp-but set aside the qualitative aspect. The purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the interpretation of the lived experience of children with hemiparesis after they have participated in a therapeutic magic camp. Six children, aged between 11 and 14 years old, with hemiparesis who completed the magic camp program 3 months prior were invited to participate in an in-person individual semistructured interview. The interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim for content analysis. Results from the initial qualitative analysis yielded categories of enjoyment, positive social and learning experience from participation in the camp, increased confidence, and self-motivation to use the affected upper limb. These categories were grouped into two themes: "having fun with others while learning" and "helping my arm perform." Having fun with others while learning was an amalgamation of fun, and positive social and learning experience. Helping my arm perform reflected a sense of increased competence and self-belief, and a willingness and motivation of the children to attempt challenging daily activities. The lived experiences of children with hemiplegia who participated in an organized delivery of learning to perform magic tricks yield-ed positive outcomes. These themes are consistent with the limited literature that is available suggesting that further research is needed to confirm the efficacy of the therapeutic magic camp intervention.

Keywords: Hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy; Hemiplegia; Magic tricks; Motivation; Pediatrics.

Conflict of interest statement

CONFLICT OF INTEREST No potential conflict of interest relevant to this article was reported.

Copyright © 2021 Korean Society of Exercise Rehabilitation.

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