Rehabilitation using virtual gaming for Hospital and hOMe-Based training for the Upper limb post Stroke (RHOMBUS II): protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial

Kilbride, Cherry; Warland, Alyson; Stewart, Victoria; Aweid, Basaam; Samiyappan, Arul; Ryan, Jennifer M; Butcher, Tom; Athanasiou, Dimitrios A; Baker, Karen; Singla-Buxarrais, Guillem; Anokye, Nana; Pound, Carole; Gowing, Francesca; Norris, Meriel

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2021-058905

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“…So far, diverse clinical trials protocols have been recently developed with the purpose of estimating the motor and functional benefits of RAT and VR-based therapy in different clinical populations [76][77][78][79][80][81][82][83]. Nevertheless, it must be noted that for the most, although factors like patient's mental status or technology acceptance were investigated, these were considered as secondary outcomes essentially.…”

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Biopsychosocial effects and experience of use of robotic and virtual reality devices in neuromotor rehabilitation: A study protocol

Zanatta

Steca²,

Fundarò³

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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Background Robot-assisted therapy (RAT) and virtual reality (VR)-based neuromotor rehabilitation have shown promising evidence in terms of patient’s neuromotor recovery, so far. However, still little is known on the perceived experience of use of robotic and VR devices and the related psychosocial impact. The present study outlines a study protocol aiming to investigate the biopsychosocial effects and the experience of use of robotic and non-immersive VR devices in patients undergoing neuromotor rehabilitation. Methods Adopting a prospective, two-arm, non-randomized study design, patients with different neuromotor diseases (i.e., acquired brain injury, Parkinson’s Disease, and total knee/hip arthroplasty) undergoing rehabilitation will be included. In a real-world clinical setting, short- (4 weeks) and long-term (6 months) changes in multiple patient’s health domains will be investigated, including the functional status (i.e., motor functioning, ADLs, risk of falls), cognitive functioning (i.e., attention and executive functions), physical and mental health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and the psychological status (i.e., anxiety and depression, quality of life satisfaction). At post-intervention, the overall rehabilitation experience, the psychosocial impact of the robotic and VR devices will be assessed, and technology perceived usability and experience of use will be evaluated through a mixed-methods approach, including both patients’ and physiotherapists’ perspectives. Repeated measures within-between interaction effects will be estimated, and association analyses will be performed to explore the inter-relationships among the variables investigated. Data collection is currently ongoing. Implications The biopsychosocial framework adopted will contribute to expanding the perspective on patient’s recovery within the technology-based rehabilitation field beyond motor improvement. Moreover, the investigation of devices experience of use and usability will provide further insight into technology deployment in neuromotor rehabilitation programs, thereby maximising therapy engagement and effectiveness. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05399043.

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Section: Plos Onementioning

confidence: 99%

Biopsychosocial effects and experience of use of robotic and virtual reality devices in neuromotor rehabilitation: A study protocol

Zanatta

Steca²,

Fundarò³

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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eJamar: A Novel Exergame Controller for Upper Limb Motor Rehabilitation

Cela,

Oña,

Jardón

2024

Applied Sciences

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This work presents the design of a new game controller device and the development of two exergames (Peter Jumper and Andromeda) for upper limb rehabilitation. The eJamar controller is a novel electromechanical device designed to measure wrist and hand movements, such as pronation/supination, flexion/extension, and ulnar/radial deviation, enabling users to perform control actions in the exergames. One of eJamar’s most significant features is its ability to measure hand grip strength, a function not available in commercial gaming controllers. The exergame Peter Jumper involves a character jumping over obstacles in various environments, promoting hand grip exercises. The exergame Andromeda involves shooting enemy ships, promoting coordination between hand movements and grip strength, making it suitable for different rehabilitation techniques. A testing protocol was applied with eight healthy participants (5F and 3M), who completed a survey evaluating gameplay, usability, and satisfaction of the system. The results demonstrated that the developed exergames are intuitive and easy to play, with participants reporting that a therapist’s presence is not required for gameplay. Hence, it suggests that the developed system can improve the rehabilitation process, promoting wrist–arm movements and grasping actions.

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Rehabilitation using virtual gaming for Hospital and hOMe-Based training for the Upper limb post Stroke (RHOMBUS II): protocol of a feasibility randomised controlled trial

Cited by 2 publications

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Biopsychosocial effects and experience of use of robotic and virtual reality devices in neuromotor rehabilitation: A study protocol

Biopsychosocial effects and experience of use of robotic and virtual reality devices in neuromotor rehabilitation: A study protocol

eJamar: A Novel Exergame Controller for Upper Limb Motor Rehabilitation

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