| Autor: |
Patricia Sánchez-Herrera-Baeza, Roberto Cano-de-la-Cuerda, Edwin Daniel Oña-Simbaña, Domingo Palacios-Ceña, Jorge Pérez-Corrales, Juan Nicolas Cuenca-Zaldivar, Javier Gueita-Rodriguez, Carlos Balaguer-Bernaldo de Quirós, Alberto Jardón-Huete, Alicia Cuesta-Gomez |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2020 |
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| Zdroj: |
Sensors, Vol 20, Iss 8, p 2168 (2020) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
1424-8220 |
| DOI: |
10.3390/s20082168 |
| Popis: |
Background: Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes impaired motor functions. Virtual reality technology may be recommended to optimize motor learning in a safe environment. The objective of this paper was to evaluate the effects of a novel immersive virtual reality technology used for serious games (Oculus Rift 2 plus leap motion controller—OR2-LMC) for upper limb outcomes (muscle strength, coordination, speed of movements, fine and gross dexterity). Another objective was to obtain qualitative data for participants’ experiences related to the intervention. Methods: A mixed methods intervention (embedded) study was used, with a qualitative design after a technology intervention (quantitative design). The intervention and qualitative design followed international guidelines and were integrated into the method and reporting subheadings. Results: Significant improvements were observed in strength (p = 0.028), fine (p = 0.026 to 0.028) and gross coordination dexterity, and speed movements (p = 0.039) in the affected side, with excellent compliance (100%) and a high level of satisfaction (3.66 ± 0.18 points out of the maximum of 4). No adverse side effects were observed. Qualitative findings described patients’ perspectives regarding OR2-LMC treatment, facilitators and barriers for adherence, OR2-LMC applications, and treatment improvements. Conclusions: The intervention showed positive results for the upper limbs, with elements of discordance, expansion, and confirmation between qualitative and quantitative results. |
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