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The Effects of Augmented Reality Versus Virtual Reality
Sponsor: Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR)-assisted treadmill gait training on balance and walking in individuals with stroke, within the framework of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). A total of 66 post-stroke patients will be randomly assigned to three groups: (1) VR group receiving gait training via C-Mill VR applications in addition to conventional physiotherapy, (2) AR group receiving gait training via C-Mill AR applications in addition to conventional physiotherapy, and (3) control group receiving a home exercise program alongside conventional physiotherapy. Participants will train for 45 minutes per day, five days a week, for three weeks. Outcome measures will include clinical, functional, cognitive, and spatiotemporal gait parameters to evaluate changes in balance and walking ability before and after the intervention.
Official title: Effects of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality-Assisted Gait Training on Balance and Walking in Individuals With Stroke
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
66
Start Date
2025-08-01
Completion Date
2027-05-31
Last Updated
2025-10-03
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Augmented Reality
Gait training will be conducted using the AR applications Stepping Stones, Reactive Stones, Obstacles, Speed Adjustment, Slalom, Tandem, and Monster Game for 45 minutes.
Virtual Reality
Gait training will be conducted using the VR applications Nature Island, Italian Apps, and Soccer for 45 minutes.
Self Directed Exercises
"Patients will be taught exercises including walking on a flat surface, walking with varying step lengths, walking over obstacles, and walking at different speeds. They will be instructed to perform these exercises for 45 minutes per day.
Others
The treatment duration is 60 minutes. Based on the patient's needs, the following exercises will be performed: scapular and thoracolumbar mobilization; upper and lower extremity exercises (range of motion, stretching, and strengthening); bed mobility and transitional movements such as rolling, coming to a sitting position, and standing up; core activation exercises such as bridging and functional reaching; weight shifting and balance training; gait training (e.g., walking between parallel bars, walking in different directions, and walking over obstacles); and cycling on a bicycle ergometer.
Locations (1)
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital
Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)