Tablet computer-based cognitive training for visuomotor function in a child with neurofibromatosis type 1: A case-report

Appl Neuropsychol Child. 2025 Jan 11:1-5. doi: 10.1080/21622965.2024.2449536. Online ahead of print.

Abstract

Visuomotor function impairment is commonly observed in individuals with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). In this case report, a 13-year-old child diagnosed with NF1 and impaired visuomotor skills participated in an 8-week tablet computer-based cognitive training for visuomotor function. The Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration, 6th Edition (VMI-6) and the Korean Smartphone Addiction Proneness Scale for Youth were administered before and after the intervention to assess effectiveness. The Beery-Buktenica VMI-6 raw score improved from 17 to 24, and the Korean Smartphone Addiction Proneness Scale for Youth score changed from 45 to 42. These results demonstrate the potential of tablet computer-based cognitive training as a therapeutic intervention to enhance visuomotor function in children with impaired visuomotor skills, without the influence of digital media addiction.

Keywords: Cognitive training; neurofibromatosis; visual-motor integration; visuomotor function.