Using a Virtual Game System to Innovate Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Safety, Adherence and Enjoyment in Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

OBJECTIVE: The present pilot study tested the use of a virtual game system (VGS) for exercise training in patients with moderate to very severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease undergoing pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). Safety, feasibility, enjoyment and adherence were assessed.

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Main Authors: Rima Wardini, Esther Dajczman, Nathan Yang, Marcel Baltzan, David Préfontaine, Maria Stathatos, Haguit Marciano, Shawn Watson, Norman Wolkove
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2013-01-01
Series:Canadian Respiratory Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/563861
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