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Introduction. Sensor-based computer facilitating serious gaming is a modern approach of the NeuroRehabilitation as an additional intervention to the traditional therapy [1], Especially used to improve motor skills [2], robotics (as the term is often largely extended to the type of above mentioned treatment endeavors) can also be effective in cognitive rehabilitation therapy by training domains as thinking, memory, attention, and language. Robotic recovery can cover a wide range of pathologies, from cerebral palsy - "lesions of developing central nervous system, in which motor deficiency occurs before, during or soon after birth" [3] - to traumatic brain injury - "insult to the brain from an external mechanical force" [4]. Materials and Method. In the "Dr. Nicolae Robanescu" National Clinic Centre for Neuropsychomotor Rehabilitation in Children, within the Department of Therapeutic Education - 3 psychologists have been using a robotic device since 2017 to stimulate: focused and distributive attention, development or improving of graphomotor skills, training of executive functions and visual-spatial abilities, problem solving, hand-eye coordination, speech and language practice. Results. Complementary to physically exercises, robotic therapy in cognitive recovery provides "interaction and social or interpersonal relationships", facilitates "play" and "communication" [5], allowing for immediate feedback and rewards, increases motivation and involvement of the patient. Conclusions. Cognitive training mediated through "computing technology" [6] can be considered "a promising modern tool in therapeutic and educational interventions" [5] in children with congenital or acquired brain disorders. It is still also a research challenge for psychologists who, using standardized specific evaluation instruments and data processing methods, before and after such kind of interventions, will be able to further objectify their potential effectiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
