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Utility of a Three-Dimensional Interactive Augmented Reality Program for Balance and Mobility Rehabilitation in the Elderly: A Feasibility Study

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Author(s)
Dal Jae ImJeunghun KuYeun Joon KimSangwoo ChoYun Kyung ChoTeo LimHye Sun LeeHyun Jung KimYoun Joo Kang
Keimyung Author(s)
Ku, Jeong Hun
Department
Dept. of Biomedical Engineering (의용공학과)
Journal Title
Annals of Rehabilitation Medicine
Issued Date
2015
Volume
39
Issue
3
Abstract
Objective
To improve lower extremity function and balance in elderly persons, we developed a novel, three-dimensional interactive augmented reality system (3D ARS). In this feasibility study, we assessed clinical and kinematic improvements, user participation, and the side effects of our system.


Methods

Eighteen participants (age, 56-76 years) capable of walking independently and standing on one leg were recruited. The participants received 3D ARS training during 10 sessions (30-minute duration each) for 4 weeks. Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) scores were obtained before and after the exercises. Outcome performance variables, including response time and success rate, and kinematic variables, such as hip and knee joint angle, were evaluated after each session.


Results

Participants exhibited significant clinical improvements in lower extremity balance and mobility following the intervention, as shown by improved BBS and TUG scores (p<0.001). Consistent kinematic improvements in the maximum joint angles of the hip and knee were observed across sessions. Outcome performance variables, such as success rate and response time, improved gradually across sessions, for each exercise. The level of participant interest also increased across sessions (p<0.001). All participants completed the program without experiencing any adverse effects.


Conclusion

Substantial clinical and kinematic improvements were observed after applying a novel 3D ARS training program, suggesting that this system can enhance lower extremity function and facilitate assessments of lower extremity kinematic capacity.






Keywords: Balance; Aged; Exercise; Virtual reality; Augmented reality
Keimyung Author(s)(Kor)
구정훈
Publisher
School of Medicine
Citation
Dal Jae Im et al. (2015). Utility of a Three-Dimensional Interactive Augmented Reality Program for Balance and Mobility Rehabilitation in the Elderly: A Feasibility Study. Annals of Rehabilitation Medicine, 39(3), 462–472. doi: 10.5535/arm.2015.39.3.462
Type
Article
ISSN
2234-0645
DOI
10.5535/arm.2015.39.3.462
URI
https://kumel.medlib.dsmc.or.kr/handle/2015.oak/35037
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