Author/Editor		Cikajlo, Imre; Krpič, Andrej; Savanović, Arso; Matjačić, Zlatko
Title		Advantages of haptic feedback in virtual reality supported balance training: a pilot study
Type		članek
Source		In: ICDVRAT archive conference proceedings, abstracts and papers. International conference on disability, virtual reality and associated technologies: 2012. Reading: University,
Publication year		2012
Volume		str. 443-6
Language		eng
Abstract		Repetitive and goal based task supported with virtual reality technology have proven successful in balance training of stroke population. However, adding a haptic experience can besides increasing the difficulty level of the task enable postural responses assessment. We demonstrated in a single subject with stroke that haptic feedback can be used not only for interaction with virtual environment, but also for the assessment of postural responses. After the virtual reality and standing frame supported balance training the subject was introduced to the haptic floor. The acceleration of the standing frame/body provided sufficient information to identify the direction of the postural response that could be critical for fall. The outcomes were comparable with neurologically intact population and could be applied for objective postural response evaluation.
Descriptors		TELEMEDICINE