Assessing the capabilities of the HTC Vive as a tool to assess the risk of falling in older people

García, Jaime; Tenorio, Juan Felipe

doi:10.1109/segah54908.2022.9978560

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“…Garcia introduced a VR tool to assess the risk of falls in the elderly. The author implemented the Choice Stepping Reaction Time task (CSRT) and used an HTC Vive headset (VR headset), suggesting that the highly immersive VR tool can concentrate more on cognitive and motor tasks instead of the technology being used [51]. Similarly, an Oculus Rift headset was used in another study to assess dynamic balance through head mobility.…”

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“…However, no significant differences were found in the postural sway parameters [52]. Another study used non-immersive VR and treadmill training to improve cognition and body movements and identified fewer incidents of falls when compared to treadmill training without VR [51]. Some studies showed the efficiency of novel tech-based intervention programs in improving balance [52,53] and locomotion for older adults [51,54].…”

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A Virtual Reality-Based Simulation Tool for Assessing the Risk of Falls in Older Adults

Ahmad,

Gouveia,

Bermúdez i Badia

2024

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Falls are considered a significant cause of disability, pain, and premature deaths in older adults, often due to sedentary lifestyles and various risk factors. Combining immersive virtual reality (IVR) with physical exercise, or exergames, enhances motivation and personalizes training, effectively preventing falls by improving strength and balance in older people. IVR technology may increase the ecological validity of the assessments. The main goal of our study was to assess the feasibility of using a KAVE-based VR platform combining simulations of Levadas and a Cable Car to perform a balanced assessment and profiling of the older adult population for high risk-of-falls and the related user experience. A VR-based platform using a Wii balance board and a CAVE was developed to assess balance and physical fitness. Validated by the Biodex Balance System (BBS), 25 older adults participated in this study. The usability and presence were measured through the System Usability Scale and ITC-SOPI questionnaires, respectively. The IVR system showed a high presence and a good usability score of 75. Significant effects were found in the maximum excursion of the Centre of Pressure (COP) on the anterior-posterior axis during the Cable Car Simulation (CCS), correlating with BBS metrics. Multiple discriminative analysis models and the support vector machine classified fall risk with moderate to high accuracy, precision, and recall. The system accurately identified all high-risk participants using the Leave-One-Out method. This study suggests that an IVR-based platform based on simulations with high ecological validity can be used to assess physical fitness and identify individuals at a higher risk of falls.

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A Virtual Reality-Based Simulation Tool for Assessing the Risk of Falls in Older Adults

Ahmad,

Gouveia,

Bermúdez i Badia

2024

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“…In old age, numerous physiological and psychological changes occur within individuals. Accordingly, the requirements for VR applications or VR systems may vary within the target group of older adults [55]. Defining older adults by age could assist in refining the criteria, while also considering the stereotypical characteristics associated with each age group.…”

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Development of a Core Set of Quality Criteria for Virtual Reality Applications Designed for Older Adults: Multistep Qualitative Study

Napetschnig,

Brixius,

Deiters

2023

Interact J Med Res

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Background Virtual reality (VR) applications are gaining growing significance, particularly among older adults. These applications can provide valuable support to older adults by offering immersive VR content that positively influences various aspects of their daily lives, including activities of daily living. Furthermore, VR applications can contribute to the enhancement of cognitive and motor skills, ultimately leading to an improved quality of life for older individuals. Nevertheless, to ensure a positive impact, it is crucial to develop VR experiences that are tailored to the needs and preferences of the users. Objective This study aims to develop a core set of quality criteria and guidelines for the development of user-centered VR applications specifically designed for older adults (target group). Methods The multistep qualitative study design comprised several key stages, beginning with a systematic literature search. This was followed by a framework analysis aimed at identifying a core set of criteria. Subsequently, these criteria underwent validation through expert workshops. The outcomes achieved through this iterative process were organized and categorized into criteria, accompanied by explanations detailing the underlying categories or codes. Results The quality criteria core set for older adults–friendly VR applications has been developed through an iterative process. It is divided into 2 distinct parts, each containing criteria categorized into specific areas. The first part includes the following categories: (1) quality assurance of medical/health content, (2) data protection provisions, (3) quality requirements, (4) consumer protection, and (5) interoperability. The second part includes the following categories: (1) graphic/quality, (2) 3D character/avatar, (3) providing in-game instructions and prompts, (4) interaction, (5) navigation, and (6) promotion of user motivation and loyalty to use. The results imply a differentiated scope as well as a differentiated granularity of the criteria. Conclusions Considering the ongoing advancement of VR technology and the diverse needs within the older adult demographic, it is essential to assess the quality criteria core set results on an individual basis.

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Assessing the capabilities of the HTC Vive as a tool to assess the risk of falling in older people

Cited by 2 publications

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A Virtual Reality-Based Simulation Tool for Assessing the Risk of Falls in Older Adults

A Virtual Reality-Based Simulation Tool for Assessing the Risk of Falls in Older Adults

Development of a Core Set of Quality Criteria for Virtual Reality Applications Designed for Older Adults: Multistep Qualitative Study

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