Motor control problems that result from damage to the central nervous syste
m can make it difficult to learn functional activities. Although several th
erapeutic approaches attempt to address such problems there is little evide
nce of their efficacy. Targeted Training is a new approach, based on a biom
echanical analysis of the problem, which usually relies on specifically des
igned equipment. This paper describes the underlying theory, the developmen
t of functional specifications, the translation of these specifications int
o an engineering design and the clinical results of applying the equipment.
The promotion of head and trunk control provides an example of the process
.