Many studies suggest that virtual reality rehabilitation can activate the cerebral cortex and improve the function of patients with neurological impairments. Also we hear hippo therapy has a positive effect on the physical function and psychological problems of children with Autism.
May hippo therapy and virtual reality together lead to overall improvements in the daily functioning and quality of life of these children?
Lead to improvements. Possibly. A definitive cure as in your SU line? Almost certainly not. VR in particular is in its infancy and while a few studies show statistically significant effects, they are for the most part far from clinically relevant at this point.
What do you mean regarding "cure for autism"? In my opinion, there's nothing beyond genetics that could lead for a cure. Of course, those activities when apllied in a correct manner would improve quality of life, cognition, motor control, social aspects... but cure? I don't believe.
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