Interactive balance training integrating sensor-based visual feedback of movement performance: a pilot study in older adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Wearable sensor technology can accurately measure body motion and provide incentive feedback during exercising. The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate the effectiveness and user experience of a balance training program in older adults integrating data from wearable sensors into a human-computer interface designed for interactive training.

Methods

Senior living community residents (mean age 84.6) with confirmed fall risk were randomized to an intervention (IG, n = 17) or control group (CG, n = 16). The IG underwent 4 weeks (twice a week) of balance training including weight shifting and virtual obstacle crossing tasks with visual/auditory real-time joint movement feedback using wearable sensors. The CG received no intervention. Outcome measures included change

SUBMITTER: Schwenk M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4290812 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature