Video game therapy helps seniors get back on their feet after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT06385041
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether interactive physical therapy (using computer-based balance and strength exercises) could help frail older adults recover better after open heart surgery. 153 participants aged 65 and older were assigned to either multicomponent training or computer-based interactive training. The goal was to see if these approaches improved functional capacity, reduced fear of falls, and boosted motivation and quality of life during the second stage of cardiac rehabilitation.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Interactive physical therapy (computer-based balance and strength training)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could offer a more engaging way to help frail older adults recover strength and confidence after heart surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study with 153 participants, but results are not yet widely published. The benefits may depend on individual motivation and access to equipment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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LUHS hospital Kaunas Clinics Rehabilitation hospital of Kulautuva
Kaunas, Lithuania
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