Feasibility of a Home-Based Exergaming Intervention for Youth With Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction/aims

Approaches to optimize physical activity in youth with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) are rapidly evolving. The primary objective of this study was to assess the feasibility of a fit-for-purpose home-based exergaming intervention in children and youth with SMA and peer controls.

Methods

We conducted a 4-week study at two Canadian sites to assess the feasibility of Tales from the Magic Keep, a home-based exergame specifically developed for youth with neuromuscular disorders that targets upper limb and trunk movements. Participants were asked to play the exergame for at least 20 min per session, 4 times a week for 4 weeks, and wear an accelerometer-based wearable device. Adherence, acceptability, and usability evaluations informed feasibility determinations. A

SUBMITTER: Iraqi I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12599600 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature