A video game to help children with motor disabilities improve their skills at home
Bootle Blast, a Movement Tracking Video Game for Home-based Motor Therapy: Understanding the Family Experience
This study is testing a new video game called Bootle Blast to see if it can help children with motor disabilities improve their skills while playing at home.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Toronto, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT06161168 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of Bootle Blast, a mixed reality video game designed to enhance motor skills in children with various physical disabilities. Over 14 weeks, 60 participants aged 6 to 17 will use the game at home, allowing researchers to assess its real-world application and impact on motor function. The game tracks movements and encourages practice of goal-directed activities, addressing the challenges of traditional therapy access and adherence. The study aims to provide insights into how home-based interventions can support children's rehabilitation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 6 to 17 with any motor condition that can be addressed by the Bootle Blast system.
Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled epilepsy triggered by video games or other medical conditions that make participation unsafe may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve motor skills and independence for children with physical disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous use of Bootle Blast in clinical settings has shown positive outcomes, indicating potential for success in this home-based trial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Child Participant Inclusion Criteria: * Any motor condition that can be addressed by the Bootle Blast system; * Interest in developing motor skills practiced in BootleBlast; * Aged 6-17 years; * Sufficient cognitive capacity to play BootleBlast as indicated by caregiver/self report; * Able to communicate in English; * Intermittent access to internet; * Ability to participate in video calling; * Have a device to record and upload short videos; * Have a caregiver willing to participate. Child Participant Exclusion Criteria: * Uncontrolled epilepsy triggered by video games; * Medical condition making the physical activity in BootleBlast unsafe; * Visual and/or hearing limitations affecting BootleBlast play; * No access to internet at home * Has previously participated in a study related to Bootle Blast.
Where this trial is running
Toronto, Ontario
- Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital — Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Elaine Biddiss, PhD — Bloorview Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Elaine Biddiss, PhD
- Email: ebiddiss@hollandbloorview.ca
- Phone: 416-425-6220
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.