ICT based technology to support play for children with severe physical disabilities
Renée van den Heuvel1, Monique Lexis1, Luc de Witte1
1Research Centre for Technology in Care, Zuyd University of Applied Science, The Netherlands.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 22, 2015
Summary
Information and communication technology (ICT) offers promising avenues to enhance play for children with severe physical disabilities. This review explores available ICT-based technologies, identifying robots, virtual reality, and computer systems as key areas supporting inclusive play.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Assistive Technology
- Child Development
Background:
- Play is crucial for child development, yet children with severe physical disabilities face significant barriers to participation.
- Advancements in technology are expanding opportunities to facilitate play for this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the potential and availability of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) based solutions.
- To support play engagement for children with severe physical disabilities.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted across major databases (PubMed, CINAHL, IEEE, ERIC).
- Titles and abstracts were independently reviewed by three researchers.
- Further searches included Google Scholar, conference proceedings, and reference lists.
Main Results:
- The review identified 27 distinct technologies designed to support play.
- These technologies were categorized into three primary groups: robots, virtual reality systems, and computer systems.
Conclusions:
- Various technological options show significant potential for enhancing play experiences.
- Further development and implementation of these technologies can greatly benefit children with severe physical disabilities.
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