AeroPedal is an active paediatric physiotherapy device designed for young children recovering from lower limb surgeries. To promote muscle recovery and joint mobility, children are prescribed daily repetitive pedalling exercises. However, paediatric compliance with these monotonous daily regimens is typically very low. The AeroPedal device addresses this by integrating a mechanical bubble-blower and a digital screen that displays animated cartoon rewards when the child pedals at the correct resistance and speed. A pilot study of the device found that children using the AeroPedal adhered to their daily exercise schedules significantly better than those using standard clinical stationary pedals, and parents reported a substantial reduction in the daily distress and arguments associated with therapy sessions.
Using your knowledge of psychology, briefly outline Chaney et al.'s (2004) 'Funhaler' study and explain how its findings and principles relate to the AeroPedal device described above.
