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'FIND Technology': Investigating the feasibility, efficacy and safety of controller-free interactive digital rehabilitation technology in an inpatient stroke population: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

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Bird, ML and Cannell, J and Callisaya, ML and Moles, E and Rathjen, A and Lane, K and Tyson, A and Smith, S, 'FIND Technology': Investigating the feasibility, efficacy and safety of controller-free interactive digital rehabilitation technology in an inpatient stroke population: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial, Trials, 17, (1) Article 203. ISSN 1745-6215 (2016) [Refereed Article]


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DOI: doi:10.1186/s13063-016-1318-0

Abstract

Background: Stroke results in significant disability, which can be reduced by physical rehabilitation. High levels of repetition and activity are required in rehabilitation, but patients are typically sedentary. Using clinically relevant and fun computer games may be one way to achieve increased activity in rehabilitation.

Methods/Design: A single-blind randomized controlled trial will be conducted to evaluate the feasibility, efficacy and safety of novel stroke-specific rehabilitation software. This software uses controller-free client interaction and inertial motion sensors. Elements of feasibility include recruitment into the trial, ongoing participation (adherence and dropout), perceived benefit, enjoyment and ease of use of the games. Efficacy will be determined by measuring activity and using upper-limb tasks as well as measures of balance and mobility. The hypothesis that the intervention group will have increased levels of physical activity within rehabilitation and improved physical outcomes compared with the control group will be tested.

Discussion: Results from this study will provide a basis for discussion of feasibility of this interactive video technological solution in an inpatient situation. Differences in activity levels between groups will be the primary measure of efficacy. It will also provide data on measures of upper-limb function, balance and mobility.

DOI for erratum: 10.1186/s13063-016-1376-3

Item Details

Item Type:Refereed Article
Keywords:activity, exercise, exergames, rehabilitation
Research Division:Health Sciences
Research Group:Epidemiology
Research Field:Epidemiology not elsewhere classified
Objective Division:Health
Objective Group:Public health (excl. specific population health)
Objective Field:Behaviour and health
UTAS Author:Bird, ML (Dr Marie-Louise Bird)
UTAS Author:Callisaya, ML (Dr Michele Callisaya)
UTAS Author:Tyson, A (Mrs Anna Tyson)
ID Code:108927
Year Published:2016
Web of Science® Times Cited:14
Deposited By:Menzies Institute for Medical Research
Deposited On:2016-05-11
Last Modified:2022-08-25
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