Use of virtual reality technique for the training of motor control in the elderly: Some theoretical considerations

E De Bruin; D Schoene; G Pichierri; Stuart T Smith

doi:10.1007/s00391-010-0124-7

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Use of virtual reality technique for the training of motor control in the elderly: Some theoretical considerations

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Use of virtual reality technique for the training of motor control in the elderly: Some theoretical considerations

E De Bruin, D Schoene, G Pichierri and Stuart T Smith

Zeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie, Vol.43(4), pp.229-234

2010

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00391-010-0124-7

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geriatric adults

vitual reality

virtual environment

physical activity

indoor exercise

Virtual augmented exercise, an emerging technology that can help to promote physical activity and combine the strengths of indoor and outdoor exercise, has recently been proposed as having the potential to increase exercise behavior in older adults. By creating a strong presence in a virtual, interactive environment, distraction can be taken to greater levels while maintaining the benefits of indoor exercises which may result in a shift from negative to positive thoughts about exercise. Recent findings on young participants show that virtual reality training enhances mood, thus, increasing enjoyment and energy. For older adults virtual, interactive environments can influence postural control and fall events by stimulating the sensory cues that are responsible in maintaining balance and orientation. However, the potential of virtual reality training has yet to be explored for older adults. This manuscript describes the potential of dance pad training protocols in the elderly and reports on the theoretical rationale of combining physical game-like exercises with sensory and cognitive challenges in a virtual environment. © Springer-Verlag 2010.

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Title: Use of virtual reality technique for the training of motor control in the elderly: Some theoretical considerations
Authors: E De Bruin (Author) - Inst. f. Bewegungswissenschaften u. Sport, Zürich
D Schoene (Author) - Inst. f. Bewegungswissenschaften u. Sport, Zürich
G Pichierri (Author) - Inst. f. Bewegungswissenschaften u. Sport, Zürich
Stuart T Smith (Author) - Neuroscience Research Australia
Publication details: Zeitschrift fur Gerontologie und Geriatrie, Vol.43(4), pp.229-234
Publisher: Springer
Date published: 2010
DOI: 10.1007/s00391-010-0124-7
ISSN: 0948-6704
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99449605502621
Output Type: Journal article

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