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Jeff Bauer
Abstract
This study focused on the application of a unique technology designed originally to supply biofeedback to dancers, but in this case was used to assist a child learning to walk while battling the effects of Cerebral Palsy. The music shoes, called “Electroskip”, utilize a biofeedback system that generates different sounds/beats/songs when an individual is walking and placing pressure on their heel or toe. The study lasted six weeks with 2 sessions per week. While the Electroskip technology was worn for each session, it was only activated every other session. Data indicated that at the end of the study the child was able to walk better based on a comparison of pre and post study scores from the Test of Gross Motor Development II (TGMD-II) evaluation instrument administered by the director of the SIMs Laboratory on campus.
Publication Date
4-2020
Document Type
Article
Keywords
Cerebral Palsy, children, walking, Elektroskip, Biofeedback, gross motor development, Transformations
Disciplines
Pediatrics | Sports Medicine | Sports Sciences
Comments
Special thanks to Timothy Davis