The application of motor learning strategies within functionally based interventions for children with neuromotor conditions.
OBJECTIVE
To identify and describe the application of 3 motor learning strategies (verbal instructions, practice, and verbal feedback) within 4 intervention approaches (cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance, neuromotor task training, family-centered functional therapy, and activity-focused motor interventions).


METHODS
A scoping review of the literature was conducted. Two themes characterizing the application of motor learning strategies within the approaches are identified and described.


RESULTS
Application of a motor learning strategy can be a defining component of the intervention or a means of enhancing generalization and transfer of learning beyond the intervention. Often, insufficient information limits full understanding of strategy application within the approach.


CONCLUSIONS
A greater understanding of the application, and perceived nonapplication, of motor learning strategies within intervention approaches has important clinical and research implications.
Levac
Danielle
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School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada. levacde@mcmaster.ca
Wishart
Laurie
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Missiuna
Cheryl
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Wright
Virginia
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D000367:Age Factors; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D009048:Motor Skills; D009468:Neuromuscular Diseases / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D013647:Task Performance and Analysis; D013663:Teaching