Effects of a User-centered Exergame Training on Motor and Cognitive Functions in PwMS
NCT ID: NCT04963335
Last Updated: 2021-07-15
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Basic Information
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UNKNOWN
NA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2021-03-28
2021-07-31
Brief Summary
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Participants are allocated to the either the intervention group or the control group (quasi-randomization). Participants in the intervention group perform 16 training session over a period of 4 to 8 weeks (depending on in- or out-patient). One training session lasts between 15-25 minutes. Since the difficulty of the games is adaptive to the ability level of each participant, they should neither be over- nor under-challenged. Participates in the control group continue their normal daily routine over 8 weeks. Measurements are performed before, in-between, and after the intervention period to assess feasibility parameters as well as motor and cognitive functions in all participants.
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Detailed Description
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The entire study last 5 months (March 2021 to July 2021) and is performed in three study locations (two rehabilitation clinics and one physiotherapy).
PwMS are informed by their local physiotherapists and research associates about the study. All interested PwMS are then screened for eligibility. A sample size of 30 PwMS is anticipated where 15 participants are allocated to the intervention group and 15 participants to the control group (quasi-randomization). Measurements are performed before, in-between, and after the intervention period to assess feasibility parameters as well as motor and cognitive functions in all participants.
Intervention group:The user-centered exergames were developed within a interdisciplinary team to meet the requirements of the end-users. The individualized exergames were designed for the Dividat Senso, a pressure sensitive plate connected to a personal computer and a frontal screen. The pressure-sensitive plate allows a precise analysis of the user's movements through several high-resolution sensors. Furthermore, this plate detects position and timing information that are then used to provide the user with real-time feedback and/or game adaptations. To support users with potential balance issues and to avoid fall events, a handrail is mounted around the plate.This concurrent motor-cognitive training aims to improve motor and cognitive functions in an ecological valid setting. The cognitive functions are triggered by specific stimuli in the game scenarios. The video games are controlled via specific (whole body) movements as steps, weight shifting, jumps, and arm movements. The training focus is mainly on multi-tasking, balance and coordination as well as executive functions and attention. Furthermore, the meaningful games (colorful and appealing visuals) were designed to motivate the players to move. Participants in the intervention group perform 16 training session over a period of 4 to 8 weeks (depending on in- or out-patient). One training session lasts between 15-25 minutes. Since the difficulty of the games is adaptive to the ability level of each participant, they should neither be over- nor under-challenged. Each participant starts the exergame training at the lowest level to get familiar with the game control system. As the exergame will automatically adapt (individual progression) during play time, participants are challenged at their individual motor and cognitive level. Furthermore, participants write down the amount, type, and duration of activities besides the exergames training in an activity diary.
Control group:Participants of the control group are instructed to continue their normal daily activities over the period of eight weeks. To evaluate the amount of active time, the participants get an activity diary where they can write down the amount, type, and duration of their activities.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
PREVENTION
NONE
Study Groups
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Intervention
Participants perform 16 exergame training (video game-based physical exercise) sessions over a period of 4 to 8 weeks (depending on in-patient or out-patient). Each training lasts between 15 to 25 minutes. Exergames automatically adjust the game difficulty to the abilities of the respective participant.
Exergame Training
The individualized exergames were designed for a pressure sensitive plate connected to a personal computer and a frontal screen. The pressure-sensitive plate allows a precise analysis of the user's movements. This concurrent motor-cognitive training aims to improve motor and cognitive functions in an ecological valid setting. The cognitive functions are triggered by specific stimuli in the game scenarios. The video games are controlled via specific (whole body) movements as steps, weight shifting, jumps, and arm movements. The training focus is mainly on multi-tasking, balance and coordination as well as executive functions and attention. Furthermore, the meaningful games (colorful and appealing visuals) were designed to motivate the players to move. As the exergame will automatically adapt (individual progression) during play time, participants are challenged at their individual motor and cognitive level.
Control
Participants of the control group are instructed to continue their normal daily routine for eight weeks and to record their physical activities.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Exergame Training
The individualized exergames were designed for a pressure sensitive plate connected to a personal computer and a frontal screen. The pressure-sensitive plate allows a precise analysis of the user's movements. This concurrent motor-cognitive training aims to improve motor and cognitive functions in an ecological valid setting. The cognitive functions are triggered by specific stimuli in the game scenarios. The video games are controlled via specific (whole body) movements as steps, weight shifting, jumps, and arm movements. The training focus is mainly on multi-tasking, balance and coordination as well as executive functions and attention. Furthermore, the meaningful games (colorful and appealing visuals) were designed to motivate the players to move. As the exergame will automatically adapt (individual progression) during play time, participants are challenged at their individual motor and cognitive level.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Able to provide written informed consent and understand instructions
* Able to play the exergames by stepping and weight shifting
* Able to walk at least 12m with or without walking aid
* Visual acuity with correction sufficient to work on a TV screen
Exclusion Criteria
* Excessive fatigue that impairs training participation
* Exercise intolerance that prevents training participation
* Rapidly progressive or terminal illness
* Acute or unstable chronic illness
30 Years
85 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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Eling DeBruin
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Eling DeBruin
Prof. Dr.
Locations
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ETH Zürich
Zurich, , Switzerland
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Other Identifiers
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BASEC Nr. 2020-02793
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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