Systematic review of the use of virtual reality and gaming systems to increase physical activity, published in Age and Ageing. Read the abstract here: http://ageing.oxfordjournals.org/content/43/2/188.abstract
Archive | Falls and technology related publications
Older people test mobile phone apps to encourage physical activity
An article reporting on older people’s involvement of the design, development and feasibility testing of mobile phone apps to encourage people to be more physically active has been published.
Intra-Rater Reproducibility and Validity of Nintendo Wii Balance Testing in Community-Dwelling Older Adults.
Jørgensen MG, Laessoe U, Hendriksen C, Nielsen O BF, Aagaard P. Intra-Rater Reproducibility and Validity of Nintendo Wii Balance Testing in Community-Dwelling Older Adults. J Aging Phys Act. 2013 May 22. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract The aims of the current study were to (1) examine the intra-rater inter-session reproducibility of the Nintendo Wii Agility […]
Sensor networks for the elderly
This latest article in BBC news talks about the use of sensors for older adults with dementia and also those at risk of falls. Work carried out by researchers at the University of Manchester on a ‘Magic Carpet’ which could be used for falls detection is discussed! For further information please follow the link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-22984876
