Opinions regarding Virtual Reality among Older People in Taiwan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Barsasella ◽  
Shwetambara Malwade ◽  
Chia-Chi Chang ◽  
Megan Liu ◽  
Sruthi Srikanth ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People

Virtual Reality to Help Older People in Nursing Homes: A New Way to Reduce Psychological Symptoms?

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vaillant Ciszewicz AJ ◽  
◽  
Guerin O ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Nursing Homes ◽  
Older People ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Psychological Disorders ◽  
Innovative Approach ◽  
Older Population

Older people living in nursing homes often present with psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety and apathy. Numerous studies focused on the effects of Virtual Reality (VR) in the older population. This innovative approach could lead to a significant reduction in psychological disorders in older adults and improve their quality of life.

scholarly journals Fall-Prone Older People's Attitudes towards the Use of Virtual Reality Technology for Fall Prevention

Gerontology ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 63 (6) ◽  
pp. 590-598 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kim Dockx ◽  
Lisa Alcock ◽  
Esther Bekkers ◽  
Pieter Ginis ◽  
Miriam Reelick ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Fall Prevention ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Treadmill Training ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Virtual Reality Technology ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
People’S Attitudes ◽  
Attitudinal Changes

Background: Virtual reality (VR) technology is a relatively new rehabilitation tool that can deliver a combination of cognitive and motor training for fall prevention. The attitudes of older people to such training are currently unclear. Objective: This study aimed to investigate: (1) the attitudes of fall-prone older people towards fall prevention exercise with and without VR; (2) attitudinal changes after intervention with and without VR; and (3) user satisfaction following fall prevention exercise with and without VR. Methods: A total of 281 fall-prone older people were randomly assigned to an experimental group receiving treadmill training augmented by VR (TT+VR, n = 144) or a control group receiving treadmill training alone (TT, n = 137). Two questionnaires were used to measure (1) attitudes towards fall prevention exercise with and without VR (AQ); and (2) user satisfaction (USQ). AQ was evaluated at baseline and after intervention. USQ was measured after intervention only. Results: The AQ revealed that most participants had positive attitudes towards fall prevention exercise at baseline (82.2%) and after intervention (80.6%; p = 0.144). In contrast, only 53.6% were enthusiastic about fall prevention exercise with VR at baseline. These attitudes positively changed after intervention (83.1%; p < 0.001), and 99.2% indicated that they enjoyed TT+VR. Correlation analyses showed that postintervention attitudes were strongly related to user satisfaction (USQ: r = 0.503; p < 0.001). Conclusions: Older people's attitudes towards fall prevention exercise with VR were positively influenced by their experience. From the perspective of the user, VR is an attractive training mode, and thus improving service provision for older people is important.

scholarly journals Non-Immersive Virtual Reality for Rehabilitation of the Older People: A Systematic Review into Efficacy and Effectiveness

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (11) ◽  
pp. 1882 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bevilacqua ◽  
Maranesi ◽  
Riccardi ◽  
Donna ◽  
Pelliccioni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trials ◽  
Cognitive Abilities ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
Randomized Controlled

: Objective: the objective of this review is to analyze the advances in the field of rehabilitation through virtual reality, while taking into account non-immersive systems, as evidence have them shown to be highly accepted by older people, due to the lowest “cibersikness” symptomatology. Data sources: a systematic review of the literature was conducted in June 2019. The data were collected from Cochrane, Embase, Scopus, and PubMed databases, analyzing manuscripts and articles of the last 10 years. Study selection: we only included randomized controlled trials written in English aimed to study the use of the virtual reality in rehabilitation. We selected 10 studies, which were characterized by clinical heterogeneity. Data extraction: quality evaluation was performed based on the Physioterapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale, suggested for evidence based review of stroke rehabilitation. Of 10 studies considered, eight were randomized controlled trials and the PEDro score ranged from four to a maximum of nine. Data synthesis: VR (Virtual Reality) creates artificial environments with the possibility of a patient interaction. This kind of experience leads to the development of cognitive and motor abilities, which usually positively affect the emotional state of the patient, increasing collaboration and compliance. Some recent studies have suggested that rehabilitation treatment interventions might be useful and effective in treating motor and cognitive symptoms in different neurological disorders, including traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, and progressive supranuclear palsy. Conclusions: as it is shown by the numerous studies in the field, the application of VR has a positive impact on the rehabilitation of the most predominant geriatric syndromes. The level of realism of the virtual stimuli seems to have a crucial role in the training of cognitive abilities. Future research needs to improve study design by including larger samples, longitudinal designs, long term follow-ups, and different outcome measures, including functional and quality of life indexes, to better evaluate the clinical impact of this promising technology in healthy old subjects and in neurological patients.

scholarly journals The Sense of Presence through the Humanization Created by Virtual Environments

Proceedings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donga ◽  
Marques ◽  
Pereira ◽  
Gomes
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Virtual Environments ◽  
Strong Sense ◽  
Sense Of Presence ◽  
School Events

This work focus on the study of solutions that using video 360 and virtual reality that allow children’s and older people that are away of their family environments for various reasons to be able to feel they are participating at family or school events. The solutions proposed should deliver a strong sense of presence to the users and the interface must be friendly. The validation will be made by user observation and inquiries.

scholarly journals Usability Issues of Clinical and Research Applications of Virtual Reality in Older People: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cosimo Tuena ◽  
Elisa Pedroli ◽  
Pietro Davide Trimarchi ◽  
Alessia Gallucci ◽  
Mattia Chiappini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People

scholarly journals 540 - COGNITIVE STIMULATION THROUGH OROICOGNITIVE, A VIRTUAL REALITY APP FOR OLDER PEOPLE

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. 83-83
Author(s):  
Adriana Gómez ◽  
Janeth Carreño ◽  
Alvaro Berroa ◽  
Ane Balenciaga
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Cognitive Stimulation ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Global Deterioration Scale ◽  
Intelligence Scale ◽  
Visuospatial Skills ◽  
Experimental Group

OBJECTIVE:To analyze the effectiveness of cognitive stimulation carried out through OroiCognitive, a virtual reality app, in older people, as well as its acceptance and attractiveness to them.METHOD:The research was carried out with 31 participants with a number two or three in the global deterioration scale (GDS).15 of these participants were part of the control group, and 16 of the experimental group.The intervention through virtual reality, with exercises more similar to daily activities, allows working on attention, language, memory, orientation, visuospatial skills and executive functions.It was carried out in 12 sessions, 3 times a week, lasting 25 minutes each one, individually.Bouth groups were evaluated using the MINI-MENTAL Cognitive Examination and some subtest of the Weschler Intelligence Scale for adults (WAIS-IV).RESULTS:Regarding to the effectiveness of the stimulation, the results show significant improvements in vocabulary and information in those with GDS2, in the experimental group.No statistically significant improvements were found in the rest of the areas. Regarding the assessment of the tool, 69% of the participants rated it as quite useful and interesting. According to the qualitative data collected by the therapists, the users were happier and more animated during and after the intervention.

scholarly journals Outdoor environments for people with dementia: an exploratory study using virtual reality

2007 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 811-825 ◽  
Author(s):  
TIM BLACKMAN ◽  
PAUL VAN SCHAIK ◽  
ANTHONY MARTYR
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Planning And Design ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Moderate Dementia ◽  
Town Centre ◽  
Outdoor Environments

ABSTRACTFew studies have investigated how outdoor environments might disable people with dementia. The issue is rarely considered in planning and design guidelines and not at all in regulations, despite dementia being within the scope of disability discrimination legislation in the United Kingdom and other countries. This article reports a study that involved older people with mild to moderate dementias taking two walks, one in a real town centre and one in a virtual reality (VR) simulation. Adaptations were made to the VR simulation to test possible design improvements. Overall, the town centre posed relatively few problems for the 38 older people with dementia who participated, although more difficulty was evident with greater impairment. Some features of particular places were liked more than others, particularly the segregation of spaces from motor traffic. There were measurable benefits from using clear textual signs to support wayfinding and to identify objects and places in the environment. Diminished outdoor activity is likely to be experienced as a decrease in quality of life and may accelerate the progression of dementia. We conclude that older people with mild to moderate dementia should be encouraged to be active outdoors and that this can be facilitated by small environmental modifications. Some limitations of the VR technology used for the study are also reported.

scholarly journals Prescripción del ejercicio físico desde la realidad virtual semi-inmersiva, alternativa en los procesos de rehabilitación funcional para el adulto mayor

Revista EIA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (35) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lina María Montealegre ◽  
Julialba Castellanos Ruíz ◽  
Carolina Márquez ◽  
Santiago Murillo ◽  
Juan Torres Escobar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Older People ◽  
Palabras Clave

RESUMEN: Objetivo: Determinar la prescripción del ejercicio en un programa realizado con realidad virtual (RV) para adultos mayores. Materiales y métodos: se realizó búsqueda de artículos con las palabras clave “virtual reality”, “physical therapy”, “Exergames”, “Healthy”, “Older people”, “Exercise”, en los buscadores Pubmed, Sciencedirect, Google Académico y Base de datos Escuela de Ingeniería de Antioquia –EIA. En el criterio de inclusión de los artículos, se tuvo en cuenta: intensidad, frecuencia, tiempo, tipos de juegos y resultados. Resultados: Se seleccionaron 40 artículos, que permitieron evidenciar la prescripción del ejercicio en RV en adultos mayores. Conclusión: En la prescripción del ejercicio en la realidad virtual se puede indicar que las sesiones de trabajo deben durar entre 30 a 50 minutos, frecuencia semanal de 3 a 5 veces/semana; se propone realizar 3 a 5 series de 8 a 20 repeticiones con una intensidad inicial del 30% hasta un 75% de la frecuencia cardiaca máxima.

scholarly journals A SWOT Analysis of Virtual Reality for Seniors

2021 ◽  
pp. 750-765
Author(s):  
Pooya Soltani
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Older People ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Screening ◽  
System Control ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Screening Systems ◽  
The Way

The population of older people is increasing. In this book chapter, the author reviewed some of the applications of virtual reality (VR) for seniors in form of a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis. This approach is commonly used to assess and guide internal and external parameters to accomplish a mission. Some of the challenges that the elderly are facing were reviewed and the way VR can help in overcoming those challenges were discussed. A comparison of VR technologies was also presented. The results show that VR's feasibility and concept are linked to existing technologies and the characteristics of each system control immersion, interaction, and stimulation. VR interventions might have the potential to be used as ecologically valid e-health screening systems. Systems should be specifically designed and adapted for seniors and usability issues should be addressed. Ideally, VR interventions work best in addition to traditional methods. Future studies should use more subjects to ensure the efficacy of such interventions for seniors.

scholarly journals Cognitive training with virtual reality at older people longterm residences

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. e39769
Author(s):  
Bruna Graciele Souza Alós ◽  
Nathália Vescia Bauer ◽  
Verônica Salazar Moreira ◽  
Rafaela Soares Rech ◽  
Aline Moreira de Mello ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Older People ◽  
Test Scores ◽  
Verbal Fluency ◽  
Mild Cognitive Impairment Group ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Phonemic Verbal Fluency

Purpose: to describe a series of cases of older people with a clinical diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment or dementia at elderly long-term residences using virtual reality as cognitive rehabilitation.Methods: this study is a series of cases. Older adults diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or dementia were included. Elderly people with visual and/or hearing problems that made it impossible to carry out the training were excluded. The same tests were used after intervention and at follow up after 15 days.Results: final sample consisted of 13 women and the mean age was 81.77 years (± 6.94). Patients were divided into 2 groups: mild cognitive impairment group and the dementia group. According to the therapeutic objectives aimed at improving fluency, among the results, the improvement in the scores to the group mild cognitive impairment stands out for the phonemic verbal fluency tests 23.63 (± 12.72) pre-test and 29.50 (± 11.14) post-test. There was an improvement in mild cognitive impairment group scores for the phonemic verbal fluency tests 23.63 (± 12.72) pretest and 29.50 (± 11.14) post-test. In the dementia group, test scores were 10 (± 5, 47) pretest and 12.80 (± 5.72) post-test. On the semantic verbal fluency test, the mild cognitive impairment group showed improvement 11.00 (± 3.62) pretest and 13.88 (± 6.03) post-test, while the dementia group test scores were 7.60 (± 4.56) pretest and 8.20 (± 5.12) post-test.Conclusion: regarding phonemic verbal fluency, virtual reality may be a good resource for improving the performance of older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Results were not maintained in the medium term, showing the importance of continual training.

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