This study aims to explore the mechanisms of motor skill promotion and sensory integration intervention for first-grade primary school students with sensory integration dysfunction. By designing a gamified exercise intervention program tailored to lower-grade students, and combining it with the assessment and analysis of sensory integration functions, the study seeks to systematically improve their sensory integration ability and physical fitness, thereby supporting healthy growth and enhanced adaptability during this critical stage of physical and psychological development.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Enrollment
46
This study implemented a gamified physical activity intervention aimed at improving sensory integration abilities among first-grade students with sensory processing difficulties. The intervention program incorporated game narratives, mechanisms, and components into physical education activities, guided by the Octalysis Framework to strategically engage both extrinsic (e.g., rewards, rankings) and intrinsic (e.g., creativity, social interaction, meaning) motivational drives.
Chinese Center of Exercise Epidemiology
Changchun, Jilin, China
Sensory Integration Ability
Sensory integration ability was measured using the Participants' Sensory Integration Development Evaluation Scale. The scale consists of 58 items rated on a five-point Likert scale and covers vestibular function, tactile defensiveness, proprioception, learning ability, and special problems; the last dimension was excluded due to the participants' age. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
Speed Test
was measured using the 50 m sprint. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
Flexibility Test
Flexibility was measured using the sit-and-reach test. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
Coordination Test
Coordination was measured using the one-minute rope skipping test. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
Balance Test
Balance was measured using the single-leg stance with eyes closed. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
Lower-limb strength Test
Lower-limb strength was measured using the standing long jump. Assessments were conducted at baseline and at three months.
Time frame: Month 3
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