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Feasibility of an Augmented Reality Novel Approach for the Rehabilitation of Chronic Low Back Pain Patients With Kinesiophobia
Sponsor: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and initial effectiveness of a new augmented reality (AR) system in adults over 18 years old suffering from chronic low back pain and kinesiophobia (fear of movement). The main questions it aims to answer are: Is the AR system safe to use and well-tolerated by participants without causing significant motion sickness or discomfort? Can the visual "illusion" provided by the AR technology help patients increase their range of motion and reduce their fear of bending forward? Participants will: * Perform 10 to 12 repetitions of spinal bending exercises while wearing an AR headset that shows a video of them moving further than they actually are. * Complete questionnaires regarding their pain levels, physical disability, and fear of movement. * Report any symptoms of "cybersickness" (like dizziness or nausea) experienced during the use of the technology. * Participate in a brief interview to discuss their experience, how they felt using the device, and provide suggestions for improvement.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
17
Start Date
2022-12-01
Completion Date
2024-11-12
Last Updated
2026-04-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Augmented Reality (AR) Rehabilitation System
System Components: An Android-based mobile application used in conjunction with a low-cost virtual reality (VR) headset. Technical Core: The system integrates computer vision algorithms and artificial intelligence to track and analyze spinal forward bending in real-time. Visual Feedback Loop: It creates a visual illusion of continued movement, showing the patient's body performing a greater range of motion than they are actually executing. Mechanism: This task-specific intervention uses visual cues and graded exposure to reduce fear of movement (kinesiophobia) and encourage a greater range of motion in patients with chronic low back pain
Locations (1)
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Santiago, Chile