University Of Vigo

This study tested whether playing virtual reality exercise games helps people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease more than standard physical therapy. One hundred participants did 15-minute exercise sessions 2-3 times a week for three months. Researchers measured balance, w…

This study tested whether a short, high-intensity virtual reality boxing program is safe and doable for people with multiple sclerosis. Five participants from a patient association in Spain used a VR headset for 10-minute sessions twice a week for 8 weeks, alongside their usual r…

This study looked at whether a 12-week postural reeducation program, done during gym class, could help teenagers who spend a lot of time on digital devices. 187 adolescents took part; some did the special exercises while others did their usual warm-up. The results showed that tho…

This study tested a physiotherapist-led workshop in primary schools to teach children aged 9-11 about good posture, physical activity, and safe backpack use. Over three months, researchers tracked changes in back pain and daily habits. The goal was to see if this simple classroom…

This pilot study tested whether a virtual reality reaction time test can help predict fall risk and cognitive decline in older adults with memory problems. Twenty participants aged 65 and older with cognitive impairment completed a VR task and standard tests. The goal was to see …

This study looked at how walking in different forest environments changes heart rate, blood pressure, and mood in healthy adults. Sixteen participants took short walks in three forests and on an indoor treadmill. Researchers measured heart activity and mood before and after each …

This study tested a personalized recommendation system that gives young amateur football players specific challenges to improve their performance. 47 players aged 14-18 were assigned to either a group that received tailored activities or a control group. The goal was to see if th…