VSimulators is supporting a study exploring the short-term effects of non-immersive gamified exercises on chronic stroke pain.
The project, funded by the UKRI Chronic Pain Neurotechnology Network (EPSRC) and the Medical Research Council, involves utilising controlled, interactive environments where participants can engage in gamified rehabilitation exercises that mimic real-life movements and scenarios.
Researchers are using VSimulators to track the participants’ upper limb range of motion, muscle activity, pain, and fatigue levels in real-time, and brain activity offering precise data on how gamified exercises impact shoulder pain , fatigue and muscle performance.
The use of non-immersive simulations allows for consistent monitoring without the need for extensive physical equipment or space, ensuring that exercises can be tailored and to the individual’s abilities, and can be adapted in real time based on individual performance.
It is hoped the project will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of gamification in stroke rehabilitation, offering potential solutions for enhancing recovery while minimising pain. This technology is essential for testing and refining rehabilitation approaches in a safe, scalable manner.
Using Non-immersive Gamified Exercises on Chronic Pain in People With Stroke
