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Technology in Concussion Assessment & Rehabilitation. Education Prevention and Beyond. Introductions. Dino Miele, B.A. CET, M.Ed. CIO, District School Board of Niagara @ DinoMiele. Ben McDougal CEO, Jet Set Studio @ BENfromGoG. Education Prevention and Beyond. Overview.
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Technology in Concussion Assessment & Rehabilitation Education Prevention and Beyond
Introductions Dino Miele, B.A. CET, M.Ed. CIO, District School Board of Niagara @DinoMiele Ben McDougal CEO, Jet Set Studio @BENfromGoG Education Prevention and Beyond
Overview This is an open discussion on how interactive technologies are being used for head injury assessment and rehabilitation. Education Prevention and Beyond
Discussion Topics CONCUSSION ASSESSMENT BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION Education Prevention and Beyond
Assessment Education Prevention and Beyond
Rehabilitation Video Games Education Prevention and Beyond
Rehabilitation INTERACTIVE VIDEO GAMES With the popularity of video games among students and young adults, we would like to explore how the interactive video games are being used to continue accessing a patient’s injury and work towards full recovery. Education Prevention and Beyond
Rehabilitation PROVEN BENEFITS Rebuilds Motor Skills Test Coordination Relieves Stress Challenging Entertainment Unique Learning Platform Family Activity Education Prevention and Beyond
Rehabilitation Motion-Based • Xbox 360 Kinect / Nintendo WiiU / Sony Move Music & Dance • Physical Activity, Improve Reflexes Shooters • Teamwork, Strategy, Precise Hand-Eye Coordination Simulations • Personal Development, Business Skills, Critical Thinking Education Prevention and Beyond
Rehabilitation Education Prevention and Beyond
Other Applications Education Prevention and Beyond
online Resources Xbox 360 Kinect Inspires UNLV Research Document Tech to Combat Concussions Balance Error Scoring System Video Game Testing & Rehab Pennsylvania School Uses Wii Fit Xbox 360 Kinect Enters Operating Rooms Wii Fit Provides Balance Testing For Athletes Wii Seen as Cheap Alternative for Assessing Concussions York University Researching Xbox 360 Kinect’s Concussion Treatment Ohio State University & Maryland University Turn to Wii Fit to Examine Concussions Education Prevention and Beyond
Conclusion Technology is changing the world. Whether it’s to assess a concussion or help patients rehabilitate from injury, technology can be used to accurately diagnose and treat those who have suffered from head injuries. Education Prevention and Beyond