Experiences of treadmill walking with non-immersive virtual reality after stroke or acquired brain injury - A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

It is well known that physical activity levels for persons after stroke or acquired brain injuries do not reach existing recommendations. Walking training is highly important since the ability to walk is considered to be a meaningful occupation for most people, and is often reduced after a brain injury. This suggests a need to innovate stroke rehabilitation, so that forms of walking training that are user-friendly and enjoyable can be provided.

Method

An interview study was carried out with persons after stroke (n = 8), or acquired brain injury (n = 2) at a rehabilitation unit at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. We used a semi-structured interview guide to investigate experiences and thoughts about walking on a treadmill with non-immersive virtual reality feedback

SUBMITTER: Tornbom K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6294388 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature