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Immersive Group Dance in Virtual Reality for Perceived Social Cohesion in Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: Islamic Azad University, Sanandaj
Summary
This is a two-arm, parallel-group randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the effects of an immersive virtual reality (VR)-based group dance program on perceived social cohesion among community-dwelling older adults, compared with a dose-matched conventional light physical activity program. A total of 180 eligible participants (men and women) will be randomized (1:1) to either the VR group dance condition or the control condition. Both interventions are delivered three times per week for five weeks (15 sessions total). The primary outcome is perceived social cohesion, measured using the Perceived Cohesion Scale (PCS) at baseline, post-intervention (week 5), and 30-day follow-up. Sex differences in response to the intervention will be examined as a secondary objective. This study has been approved by the Institutional Ethics Committee of Capital University of Physical Education and Sports (Approval No. IEC/CUPES/345KJB).
Official title: Immersive Group Dance in Virtual Reality Improves Perceived Social Cohesion in Older Adults: A Technology-Assisted Movement Intervention - A Two-Arm, Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Trial With Sex-Based Comparison
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
180
Start Date
2025-11-01
Completion Date
2026-06-15
Last Updated
2026-09-30
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Immersive VR Group Dance Program
A 5-week immersive VR-based group dance program delivered three times per week (15 sessions total). Each session lasts approximately 20-30 minutes and includes a brief warm-up, the main VR dance activity, and a cool-down. Delivered using standalone Pico 4 Enterprise VR headsets with a commercially available rhythm-based dance application, presenting visually guided dance movements, rhythm cues, and real-time movement feedback. Sessions are conducted in small groups of approximately 6-8 participants, synchronized in timing so that participants perform the same dance routines together in the same physical room. Intensity is light-to-moderate and progresses gradually across the 5-week period.
Conventional Light Physical Activity Program
A 5-week conventional physical activity program delivered three times per week (15 sessions total), matched to the VR condition for frequency and duration. Sessions include low-intensity walking and gentle mobility exercises under supervision, consistent with routine center activities. Delivered in small groups of approximately 6-8 participants per session with equivalent instructor supervision and structured opportunities for social interaction before and after each session.
Locations (1)
Community and Senior Activity Centers
Beijing, China