VR-inclusive health study
Project Details
Funding partner
N/A
Timeframe
2022-2023
Publications
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Team
DCI researchers
Flinders University researchers
Dr Joyce Ramos (lead)
Research partners
Bedford Group
Summary
This study examined how a virtual reality exercise program at work can affect heart health in people with developmental disabilities. The study involved 17 participants from a disability employment service, divided into two groups: one did the virtual reality exercise three times a week for eight weeks, while the other waited and then did the same program. The results showed that the exercise group had small improvements in heart health measures, while the control group showed almost no changes. This suggests that virtual reality exercise at work could be a good way to improve heart health and reduce the risk of heart-related problems in people with developmental disabilities.
Impact
This project offers innovative research around effects of the use of Virtual Reality and physical activity for people with intellectual disability. Providing evidence-base suggestions for improvements in physical activities and health for people with intellectual disability.
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