Rationale, design and methods for a randomised and controlled trial of the impact of virtual reality games on motor competence, physical activity, and mental health in children with developmental coordination disorder

• Main Authors: Straker Leon M (Author), Campbell Amity C (Author), Jensen Lyn M (Author), Metcalf Deborah R (Author), Smith Anne J (Author), Abbott Rebecca A (Author), Pollock Clare M (Author), Piek Jan P (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>A healthy start to life requires adequate motor development and physical activity participation. Currently 5-15% of children have impaired motor development without any obvious disorder. These children are at greater risk of obesity,...