Use of virtual reality intervention to improve reaction time in children with cerebral palsy: A randomized controlled trial

Pourazar, Morteza; Mirakhori, Fatemeh; Hemayattalab, Rasool; Bagherzadeh, F A

doi:10.1080/17518423.2017.1368730

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“…In the study by Do et al,41 VR programs were found to be capable of changing motor skills (motor performance) in individuals with hemiplegic CP. Likewise, Pourazar et al42 showed significant improvements in a group of children with CP after an intervention program using VR.…”

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<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task – a pilot study</p>

Martins¹,

Massetti²,

Crocetta³

et al. 2019

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Purpose: To evaluate the performance improvement of individuals with hemiparesis cerebral palsy (CP) using a virtual task. Participants and methods: Twenty individuals were selected and distributed into two groups. The experimental group (CP group) comprised ten individuals with a medical diagnosis of CP, and ten individuals with typical development (sex-and age-matched) composed the control group (TD group). Both groups followed the same intervention protocol, which included a virtual coincident timing task: the participants performed upper limb movements in front of a computer's webcam and interacted with the task with the aim of virtually intercepting spheres that fell in four rows following the rhythm of a pre-selected song during an 8-minute period. To verify the influence on a real task, pre-and posttests were performed in a similar task, but with physical contact (using the spacebar on the keyboard of a computer). To analyze the data, we evaluated the variable, constant, and absolute errors during the task and in the pre-and posttests. Results: The results showed that there was an improvement in performance between the pre-and posttests; that is, after practicing the task in an environment without physical contact, there was a performance improvement in posttests in the real task, but only for the CP group. Moreover, there were significant differences in precision and accuracy between the two groups, with worse performance in the CP group. Conclusion: Individuals with CP presented better performance in the real task after practice in a virtual reality task, albeit with worse performance compared with individuals with TD. This is an interesting result that supports the possible use of virtual tasks for the rehabilitation of individuals with CP.

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<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task – a pilot study</p>

Martins¹,

Massetti²,

Crocetta³

et al. 2019

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“…Reaction time was assessed to evaluate the activity process of the central nervous system, such as motor preparation and motor program [ 24 ]. Using an iPad app (Reaction Test & Speed Test, Wang Haiwen), the instructor instructed patients that when the red screen became green, the screen should be touched as quickly as possible.…”

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Cognitive Training Using Fully Immersive, Enriched Environment Virtual Reality for Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment and Mild Dementia: Feasibility and Usability Study

Yun¹,

Kang²,

Yang³

et al. 2020

JMIR Serious Games

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Background Cognitive training using virtual reality (VR) may result in motivational and playful training for patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia. Fully immersive VR sets patients free from external interference and thus encourages patients with cognitive impairment to maintain selective attention. The enriched environment, which refers to a rich and stimulating environment, has a positive effect on cognitive function and mood. Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility and usability of cognitive training using fully immersive VR programs in enriched environments with physiatrists, occupational therapists (OTs), and patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia. Methods The VR interface system consisted of a commercialized head-mounted display and a custom-made hand motion tracking module. We developed the virtual harvest and cook programs in enriched environments representing rural scenery. Physiatrists, OTs, and patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia received 30 minutes of VR training to evaluate the feasibility and usability of the test for cognitive training. At the end of the test, the usability and feasibility were assessed by a self-report questionnaire based on a 7-point Likert-type scale. Response time and finger tapping were measured in patients before and after the test. Results Participants included 10 physiatrists, 6 OTs, and 11 patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia. The mean scores for overall satisfaction with the program were 5.75 (SD 1.00) for rehabilitation specialists and 5.64 (SD 1.43) for patients. The response time of the dominant hand in patients decreased after the single session of cognitive training using VR, but this was not statistically significant (P=.25). There was no significant change in finger tapping in either the right or left hand (P=.48 and P=.42, respectively). None of the participants reported headaches, dizziness, or any other motion sickness after the test. Conclusions A fully immersive VR cognitive training program may be feasible and usable in patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia based on the positive satisfaction and willingness to use the program reported by physiatrists, OTs, and patients. Although not statistically significant, decreased response time without a change in finger tapping rate may reflect a temporary increase in attention after the test. Additional clinical trials are needed to investigate the effect on cognitive function, mood, and physical outcomes.

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“…In contrast to our study, the trainings were held twice a week for 45 min each session and lasted 8 weeks [45]. Pourazar et al (2018) likewise examined the impact of VR intervention training on reaction times in children with cerebral palsy. The results revealed improvement in the experimental group after the VR intervention program.…”

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“…Continuous variables were presented as mean ± standard deviation (SD) or median and interquartile range (IQR), where appropriate, according to the Kolmogorov-Smirnov normality test. The sample size was calculated based on previous studies according to the changes in reaction time of immersive VR with an effect size of 0.795; it was determined that 12 patients should be enrolled [26]. G*Power 3.1.9 software was used to calculate the sample size.…”

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Training Using a Commercial Immersive Virtual Reality System on Hand–Eye Coordination and Reaction Time in Young Musicians: A Pilot Study

Rutkowski

Adamczyk

Pastuła

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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The implementation of virtual reality (VR) opens up a wide range of possibilities for the development of dexterity, speed and precision of movements. The aim of this study was to investigate whether immersive VR training affected the hand–eye coordination and reaction time in students of the state music school. This study implemented a single-group pre-post study design. This study enrolled 14 individuals, submitted to a 15 min training session of the immersive music game “Beat Saber”, once a day for 5 consecutive days. The plate-tapping test (PTT) and the ruler-drop test (Ditrich’s test) were used to assess the reaction time. Trial-making test (TMT) A and TMT B were used to assess coordination and visual attention. Analysis of the results showed a statistically significant improvement in hand–eye coordination and reaction time of music school students using the TMT-A (p < 0.002), TMT-B (p < 0.001), Ditrich’s test for the non-dominant hand (0.025) and PTT (0.0001) after applying a week-long training period in immersive VR. The results obtained in the present study show that the VR system, along with the immersive music game, has the potential to improve hand–eye coordination and reaction time in young musicians, which may lead to the faster mastering of a musical instrument.

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Use of virtual reality intervention to improve reaction time in children with cerebral palsy: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract: This paper proposes VR as a promising tool into the rehabilitation process for improving reaction time in children with cerebral palsy.

Cited by 27 publications

References 37 publications

<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task – a pilot study</p>

<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task – a pilot study</p>

Cognitive Training Using Fully Immersive, Enriched Environment Virtual Reality for Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment and Mild Dementia: Feasibility and Usability Study

Training Using a Commercial Immersive Virtual Reality System on Hand–Eye Coordination and Reaction Time in Young Musicians: A Pilot Study

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Use of virtual reality intervention to improve reaction time in children with cerebral palsy: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract: This paper proposes VR as a promising tool into the rehabilitation process for improving reaction time in children with cerebral palsy.

Cited by 27 publications

References 37 publications

<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task &ndash; a pilot study</p>

<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task &ndash; a pilot study</p>

Cognitive Training Using Fully Immersive, Enriched Environment Virtual Reality for Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment and Mild Dementia: Feasibility and Usability Study

Training Using a Commercial Immersive Virtual Reality System on Hand–Eye Coordination and Reaction Time in Young Musicians: A Pilot Study

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<p>Analysis of motor performance in individuals with cerebral palsy using a non-immersive virtual reality task – a pilot study</p>

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