Individualized Vestibular Rehabilitation for Elderly With Self-Management and Gaming Elements

Evaluation of an App for Individualized Vestibular Rehabilitation for Elderly With Self-Management and Gaming Elements

The aim of this study is to test whether when using the Vestibular Rehabilitation App older patients perform rehabilitation in a similar manner as when directly instructed by a clinician. A secondary goal is to evaluate usability and enjoyment of the app.

The main aim of this study is to test the prototype Vestibular Rehabilitation App (that has been specifically developed for this study) in the lab setting to evaluate if patients perform exercises with the app in a similar manner as when performing exercises in the traditional manner without the app. Errors in exercise performance identified by the app will be compared to those identified by a physical therapist. A secondary aim is to get feedback on enjoyment and ease of use of the Vestibular Rehabilitation App.

Inclusion Criteria:

• aged between 60 and 75
• Presence of dizziness due to a central or peripheral vestibular disorder

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of neurological disease such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's
• History of recent lower extremity surgery or severe pain in legs