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AI-Adaptive AR Training for Balance and Falls Prevention in Older Adults
Sponsor: McMaster University
Summary
Falls are a common problem in adults within the age of 55-80 years and can lead to injury and loss of independence. This study is testing a new type of balance training using augmented reality (AR). In this intervention, participants will see virtual objects, such as obstacles, placed in their environment and will practice stepping over or moving around them. The system will adjust the difficulty based on each person's performance. Participants will complete training sessions over several weeks. We will measure changes in balance, walking ability, and confidence before and after the program. The goal is to see if this training can help improve balance and reduce the risk of falls in older adults.
Official title: Artificial Intelligence-Enhanced Augmented Reality Training to Improve Mobility, Balance, and Prevent Falls in Older Adults: A Feasibility Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
55 Years - 80 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2026-11-30
Completion Date
2028-08-31
Last Updated
2026-08-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
AI-Enhanced Augmented Reality Balance and Mobility Training
Participants will complete an 8-week AI-enhanced augmented reality (AR) balance and mobility training program, consisting of 3-5 sessions per week of approximately 30 minutes each. Using AR smart glasses connected to a dedicated smartphone, participants will perform standing- and walking-based tasks, including obstacle negotiation, path following, step targeting, turning, and directional changes. A machine learning model adapts task difficulty based on individual performance using a challenge-point framework targeting approximately 80% task success. Difficulty is iteratively increased or decreased based on performance, including adjustments to target speed and target size. Training may be completed at McMaster University or, following an initial supervised session and home safety assessment, at the participant's home.
Locations (1)
Ivor Wynne Center
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada