Video feedback interventions for improving children’s development: recommendations for pediatric therapists

Abstract

Introduction: Video feedback has been used in some therapeutic settings to support parenting and child development. There is evidence of positive outcomes when therapists implement video feedback when working with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their parents. More information about how to use and implement this strategy needs to be provided. Objective: This study proposes adapting these strategies to healthcare fields such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Methods: This document presents a description and protocol to guide the adaptation and implementation of video feedback in working with children. It describes organizing the sessions, analyzing the videos, and giving the family feedback. Results: This intervention is valuable for the interdisciplinary health or rehabilitation team. Conclusion: It can be used in interventions of different disciplines to promote the development of different skills such as feeding, language, sensory integration, and fine and gross motor development.