Video game therapy could boost recovery after brain injury
NCT ID NCT05897593
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests if using augmented reality (AR) games can make rehabilitation therapy more engaging for people with acquired brain injury (like from a stroke or trauma). The goal is to see if this fun approach helps patients stick with their therapy, which could lead to better recovery. About 30 adults from a rehab hospital in Canada will try the AR program alongside their usual care.
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Study facts
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 30 people
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- Expected to start
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Aug 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults receiving care at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (Edmonton, Canada) for mild to moderate Acquired Brain Injury * Proficiency in English * Adequate upper-limb strength and coordination to utilize AR headset (determined by clinicians) Exclusion Criteria: * Pediatric populations * Severe acquired brain injury * severe cognitive and behavioural disorders (e.g. agitation, confusion, aggressive behaviour), which is Level V or higher on the Rancho Los Amigos Levels of Cognitive Functioning Scale * Severe aphasia, impacting language comprehension * Communication disorders that impact comprehension of verbal commands and understanding of scale used in the study * Previous neurological and/or psychiatric disorders * Substance misuse disorders * Previously acquired brain injury * Impairments that limit the interaction with the AR device
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Locations
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Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0B7, Canada
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