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KMID : 1040520130030020033
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Journal of Korean Society of Community-Based Occupational Therapy
2013 Volume.3 No. 2 p.33 ~ p.46
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Comparison of the Effects of Virtual Reality and Task-Oriented Programs of Balance for the Elderly
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Kim Jin-Joo
Shin Sun-Jung
An Seul-Gi
Lee Eun-Byeol
Jo Han-Ul
Paik Young-Rim
Cha Jung-Jin
Lee Hyang-Sook
Noh Jong-Su
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Abstract
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Objective : The purpose of this research is to discuss on comparative assessments between virtual reality and task-oriented programs of balance for elderly.
Method : 12 healthy elderly for each program are received twice a week for 6 week period. Changes in balance ability were assessed using Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go(TUG), One-Legged Stance Test(OLST) and 5 - Repetition Sit-To-Stand test(5R-STS test).
Result : All groups were not statistically meaningful differences between pre- and post-program. However, comparative outcomes among three groups were statistically significant in opening the eyes of One-Legged Stance Test(OLST) from the left and right side, and Berg Balance Scale(BBS). In post hoc, shows a statistically significant in both programs with opening the eyes of One-Legged Stance Test(OLST) from left side.
Conclusion : Task-oriented programs is more useful and effective clinical methodology for balance excise programs for elderly. In addition, this clinical trial may be easily implemented by elder care facilities.
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KEYWORD
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Balance, Elderly, Task-oriented, Virtual reality
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