Mii-vitaliSe: a pilot randomised controlled trial of a home gaming sys
Mii-vitaliSe: a pilot randomised controlled trial of a home gaming system (Nintendo Wii™) to increase activity levels, vitality and well-being in people with MS
What it found
A paper reports the results; we have not read it yet. See Papers below.
What it measured
Main measures
Demographic/descriptor variables measured at baseline and 6 months
Other measures (1)
1. 2 minute timed walk measured at baseline and 6 months 2. ActivPAL accelerometer measured at baseline and 6 months 3. Adherence measured throughout study duration 4. Adverse events measured throughout study duration 5. Euroqual 5 Dimensions-5 Levels measured at baseline and 6 months 6. Fatigue Symptom Inventory measured at baseline and 6 months 7. Gait-stride time rhythmicity measured at baselin
FatigueWalking and mobilityPhysical functionMood and sleepQuality of life (reported by participants)Safety
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 and over
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Inclusion criteria
Inclusion: 1. Clinically definite diagnosis of MS 2. Aged 18 or above 3. 'Inactive' (typically physically active for 30 mins or more on fewer than 5 days/week 4. Living within Poole/Bournemouth conurbations 5. Fulfil risk assessment criteria - this will be undertaken by a Senior Physiotherapist in the home setting 6. Participants who can maintain independent static standing balance with eyes open for 1 minute 7. The physiotherapist clinically judges that the particpant can demonstrate adequate balance reactions while on the Wii™ balance board and are able to step off safely backwards and sidewards 8. The participants' home environment is suitable (with minor modifications, if appropriate and possible) for using the Wii™ equipment safely for exercise 9. Male or female particpants Exclusion: 1. If only have mild symptoms (equivalent to an Adapted Patient Determined Disease Steps Scale of 1 (EDDS of 1) Require at least intermittent assistance (cane, crutch or frame) to walk 100 metres with or without resting (Equivalent to an APDDS and EDSS score of 6 or more). 2. Relapse within past 3 months requiring corticosteroids 3. Already participating in exercise/rehabilitation research 4. Medical condition placing participant at risk this will be based on their neurologist's judgement 5. Owns a Wii™ and uses it regularly (weekly or more) 6. Unwilling or unable to comply with protocol 7. Not in possession of a suitable television
Exclusion criteria
Not separately supplied in the registry.
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
Not provided at time of registration
Papers
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History
Started
Nov 2012
Finished
Sept 2014