Exergames Encouraging Exploration of Hemineglected Space in Stroke Patients With Visuospatial Neglect: A Feasibility Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Use of exergames can complement conventional therapy and increase the amount and intensity of visuospatial neglect (VSN) training. A series of 9 exergames-games based on therapeutic principles-aimed at improving exploration of the neglected space for patients with VSN symptoms poststroke was developed and tested for its feasibility.

Objectives

The goal was to determine the feasibility of the exergames with minimal supervision in terms of (1) implementation of the intervention, including adherence, attrition and safety, and (2) limited efficacy testing, aiming to document possible effects on VSN symptoms in a case series of patients early poststroke.

Methods

A total of 7 patients attended the 3-week exergames training program on a daily basis. Adherence of t

SUBMITTER: Tobler-Ammann BC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5591404 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature