Balance Training for People With Multiple Sclerosis Using Nintendo Wii
Balance Training for People With Multiple Sclerosis Using Nintendo Wii Fit
What it found
The main measure showed a statistically significant benefit.
| Measure | Estimate | 95% CI | p |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in Timed Up and Go Test From Day 1 to Day 42 | <0.01 |
Statistical analysis as posted on ClinicalTrials.gov.
What was tested
Treatment tested
- Training using Nintendo Wii Fit
Results by group
Change in Timed Up and Go Test From Day 1 to Day 42
Measured at day 1 (before the training period) and at day 42 (after the training period)
| Group | Value | Interval | Number analysed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control | 0.1 seconds | 2.1 (Standard Deviation) | 39 |
| Training With Nintendo Wii Fit | -0.8 seconds | 2.4 (Standard Deviation) | 41 |
Control
Training With Nintendo Wii Fit
p = <0.01
Values as posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. Outcomes measured differently across trials are not directly comparable.
Safety
| Group | Participants at risk | Serious adverse events | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Control | 42 | 0 (0.0%) | |
| Training With Nintendo Wii Fit | 42 | 0 (0.0%) |
As posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. Serious adverse events include any serious health event during the trial, whether or not the treatment caused it.
What it measured
Main measures
Change in Timed Up and Go Test From Day 1 to Day 42
Measured at day 1 (before the training period) and at day 42 (after the training period)
Walking and mobility
Other measures (3)
Change in Score on the Dynamic Gait Index From Day 1 to Day 42
Measured at day 1 (before training) and day 42 (after training)
Walking and mobilityChange in the Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scalefrom Day 1 to Day 42
Measured at day 1 (before training) and day 42 (after training)
Walking and mobilityChange in the 12 Item Walking Scale From Day 1 to Day 42
Measured at day 1 and day 42, before and after the training
Walking and mobility
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 and over
Show the full criteria
Inclusion criteria
* Diagnosed multiple sclerosis * Subjective experience of affected balance and walking * Being able to walk 100 meters with assistance
Exclusion criteria
* Cognitive or language deficits that prevents using the self-rating scales * Visual deficits that prevents training with television games * Weight above 149 kg
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
The aim is to evaluate balance training using Nintendo Wii Fit. The hypothesis is that a period of training will increase balance capacity och self-efficacy. People with diagnosed multiple sclerosis are invited to participate. Estimation of study power gave that 29 people in each group was necessary to detect a difference in the primary outcome measure, Timed Up and Go test. Other measures used are the Four square step test, Dynamic Gait Index, Timed stands test, 25 foot walking test, 12-item Walking scale and the ABC scale. Participants were randomised to either training or control. The training consisted of 6 weeks training with Nintendo Wii Fit 30 minutes 2 times a week.
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History
Started
Sept 2010
Main results due
Jun 2011
Finished
Jun 2011
Results posted
Apr 2015