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Therapists use virtual reality to aid pediatric therapy
In Voorhees New Jersey Ashawn Brewer, a seven year old in a wheelchair, powers a Formula One race car in a virtual world at the Voorhees Pediatric Facility. The program blends physical therapy with games to improve movement and engagement for disabled children. Researchers see growing interest and possible clinical benefits as the tech becomes more accessible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Ashawn
Voorhees
N.J
Frank DiBacco
Voorhees Pediatric
James Westwood
Judith Deutsch
University of Medicine and Dentistry of
New Jersey
Deutsch
Rutgers
Bensalem, Pa
Chuck Bergen
U.S. Navy
Bergen
Katie Leach
Variety Club of Philadelphia
Worcester
Leach
Cathy Adams
Philadelphia Academy Charter School
Adams
Children’s Hospital of
Philadelphia
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
Mary Ann Palermo
Magee
Hunter G. Hoffman
Hoffman
Ashawn Brewer
Voorhees, N.J