St. Patrick’s Home of Ottawa - Neurogym Technologies Timocco was used in research performed by senior physiotherapists and academic staff on adult rehabilitation as part of clinical intervention aimed at improving ‘sit-to-stand’ skill. Use of Timocco’s ‘Timtrainer’ system significantly shortened the sit-to-stand time by 30%. … [Read more...]
7 – TAU OT Dual Play COP
Tel Aviv University - Department of Occupational Therapy Research Paper: The effect of dual play and use of dominant hand on the motility of the center of pressure while playing Timocco. Timocco was used as an analytical tool in this research that investigated the connection between use of a dominant hand in virtual reality games that required either single or dual-hand use to play. … [Read more...]
6 ADHD study
Clalit Health Services - Institute for Child Development and University of Haifa Case Study: Using "Growing with Timocco" technology for OT intervention with a child with suspected ADHD This case study that researched the effect of clinical intervention on a 4-year-old child with a suspected diagnosis of ADHD found the child exhibited lower levels of distraction and hyperactivity following sessions playing Timocco. … [Read more...]
4 University of Haifa – Awaiting Publication
University of Haifa – Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy The virtual computer game “Growing with Timocco” was found to be fun, as well as a reliable diagnostic tool which could distinguish different levels in children with typical development. … [Read more...]
3 Clalit – Awaiting Publication
Clalit Health Services - Institute for Child Development Pilot Study: Using an Innovative Gaming Environment in the Unit for Child Development. ADHD: The results of this pilot study found that 90% of children diagnosed with ADHD showed an immediate improvement in concentration during 40-minute structured activities, a finding that was consistent over more than 10 treatments. CP: 79% of children presenting with Cerebral Palsy showed improved work with their weaker hand. … [Read more...]