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Baby Moves

Assessing baby movements to detect Cerebral Palsy
Problem
  • Cerebral Palsy is a prevalent physical disability in childhood.
  • Detection using the General Movement Assessment (GMA) depends on access to trained professionals.
  • Geographic limitations restrict the availability of these specialists, impacting early detection.
Solution
  • Baby Moves allows parents to record their child's movements using a smartphone app.
  • The app-generated data enables remotely trained assessors to conduct the General Movement Assessment (GMA).
  • It facilitates early detection of cerebral palsy by providing accessible and remote assessment options.
Outcome
  • Baby Moves was developed in collaboration with MCRI neonatal research scientists.
  • The app is used by 20+ research studies across the world. 
  • It enhances accessibility to the General Movement Assessment (GMA) by enabling remote assessment.