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Effects of Kinect-Based Exergaming Versus Wii Fit Training on Balance and Fall Risk Among Healthy Older Adults
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2026-05-19
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
2 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of Kinect-based exergaming compared to Wii Fit balance training on reducing fall risk and improving balance in healthy older adults. This randomized controlled trial focuses on parameters such as fall incidence, as well as static, dynamic, and anticipatory balance. The study involves community-dwelling older adults aged 55 to 85 years with mild to moderate fall risk. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will undergo Kinect-based exergaming using four interactive mini-games from the Kinect Adventures collection, and the other group will receive Wii Fit balance training involving four selected games. Both interventions last for 6 weeks, with training sessions held three days per week, each lasting 40 to 50 minutes including warm-up and cool-down exercises. Progression in training depends on participant comfort and performance. Throughout the study, participants' balance and fall risk will be assessed before and after the 6-week training using tools like the Biodex Balance System, Berg Balance Scale, Falls Efficacy Scale, and Montreal Cognitive Assessment. Researchers will monitor postural stability, dynamic balance, cognition, and concern about falling. Data will be analyzed to compare the effects of the two training methods on balance and fall risk among older adults.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Kinect-Based Exergaming Versus Wii Fit Training on Balance and Fall Risk Among Healthy Older Adults
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 55 to 85 years
- Community-dwelling older adults with mild to moderate fall risk (Berg Balance Scale score between 21-50)
- Able to stand without assistive devices
- Cognitively able to follow instructions with a Montreal Cognitive Assessment score of 22 or higher
- Both males and females
You will not qualify if you...
- History of neurological disorders affecting balance, such as Parkinson's disease or stroke
- Acute vestibular disorders or major musculoskeletal impairments like arthritis
- Participation in other balance training programs in the past 6 months
- Any condition posing a safety risk, including severe osteoporosis or uncontrolled hypertension
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants engage in balance training using either Kinect-based exergaming or Wii Fit balance games.
3 visits per week, 40-50 minutes each session
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 44000
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Research Team
N
Nayab Khan, DPT
M
Muhammad Ehab Azim, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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