Gaming Console Home-Based Exercise for Adults with Cystic Fibrosis: Study Protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite evidence of exercise benefits to lung function, adherence to routine exercise in adults with cystic fibrosis (CF) is low. The incorporation of interactive virtual reality video exergame activities in home-based programs as an incentive may help improve motivation and adherence to exercise. This proposed study will attempt to improve the physical fitness and respiratory function of sedentary adults with CF by engaging them in a Nintendo Wii Fit Plus™ home-based exercise program.

Methods

A single group pretest-posttest design will be used to examine the immediate (12-weeks) and long-term effect (24-weeks) of a home-based exergame program on improving pulmonary-related function (physical fitness and respiratory function) in sedentary adults with CF. Participa

SUBMITTER: Lowman JD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7643879 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Spring/Summer

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature