WiiFit vs. standard rehab: which works better for dizziness?
NCT ID NCT07587554
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether playing WiiFit games is more effective than standard balance exercises for people with dizziness and balance problems caused by inner ear issues. 42 adults aged 18-65 took part in a 4-week program. The goal was to see if the fun, interactive nature of WiiFit could boost motivation and improve outcomes like dizziness severity and balance control.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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42 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Nov 2025
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18-65 years * Diagnosed with UPVD (confirmed via Positive Head Thrust Test) * Experiencing persistent dizziness or imbalance for \>4 weeks after acute onset * Able to stand and walk independently * VSS total score \>12 Exclusion Criteria: * Central vestibular disorders (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis) * Active BPPV (confirmed by Dix-Hallpike Test) * Severe visual or MSK impairments affecting balance * History of epileptic seizures or motion sickness triggered by video games * Participation in other vestibular rehab programs during study period -- Diagnosed with severe cervical spine disease
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan
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