University Of Vigo

This study tested whether a virtual reality exercise program (exergames) could improve balance and reduce fall risk in people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease. One hundred participants were randomly assigned to either VR exercise or standard therapy for 3 months. Researc…

This study tested an 8-month exercise program for 30 people aged 90 and older. The program included warm-up walks, strength exercises with light weights, games, and stretching. Researchers measured changes in body composition, muscle strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness. The g…

This small study tested whether a short, high-intensity virtual reality boxing program is safe and doable for people with multiple sclerosis. Five participants used a VR headset for 10-minute sessions twice a week for 8 weeks, alongside their usual therapy. The goal was to see if…

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 looked at whether walking in a forest changes heart rate, blood pressure, and mood compared to walking indoors on a treadmill. Sixteen healthy adults took part, each completing three outdoor forest walks and one indoor walk. Researchers measured heart rate variability,…

This study tested a smartphone app that gives young amateur football players personalized training challenges based on their fitness profile. 47 teenagers aged 14-18 took part. The app recommended specific exercises to improve their weaker areas, and researchers tracked whether p…

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 …