The American journal of occupational therapy : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
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Comparative Study Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical Trial
Children with burn injuries: purposeful activity versus rote exercise.
This study was designed to compare measures of pain when children with burn injuries were engaged in a purposeful activity, specifically a play activity, versus rote exercise. ⋯ This study supports the belief that purposeful activity can yield results equal to or better than those achieved using rote exercise. Replication of this study is warranted, and the development is indicated of a measure of overt behavioral distress that is more appropriate than those currently available for children with burn injuries.