Unveiling the Therapeutic Impact of Virtual Reality Game-Based Exercises on Cervicocephalic Kinesthetic Sensibility in Individuals Battling Cervical Vertigo

Year 2024, Volume: 7 Issue: 6, 1322 - 1328

G.vaishnavi Giridharan , Jibi Paul Prathap Suganthirababu C.v. Senthil Nathan

https://doi.org/10.33438/ijdshs.1533155

Abstract

This study was aimed to investigate the therapeutic impact of Virtual Reality game-based exercises with Epley maneuver on cervicocephalic kinesthetic sensibility in individuals experiencing cervical vertigo. 8 subjects were selected by simple random sampling method included clinically diagnosed male and female cervical vertigo patients between 40-55 years of age, who had recurring symptom of dizziness over three months, episodic dizziness lasting minutes to hours .Written consent was taken and a detailed outcome assessment was done.Intervention includes Virtual Reality abyss sharks & sea worlds for a duration of 10 minutes with a five-minute rest period and Virtual Reality thrills, for a duration of 10 minutes with a five-minute rest period along with epley maneuver 10 minutes targeting cervicocephalic kinesthetic sensibility.Total duration of the intervention includes 40min/day for 6 days for 12 weeks. Pre test included Cervical Joint Position Error Test for cervicocephalic kinesthetic sensibility and Videonystagmography measures nystagmus, rapid eye movements with a slow and fast phase, to provide objective information about vertigo. Post test done on 6th and 12th week of intervention with the same measures. On comparing pre- and post-intervention outcomes shows higher mean value (P≤0.001).In conclusion the findings of this study had the potential to contribute valuable insights into the therapeutic utility of Virtual Reality game-based exercises in managing cervical vertigo, offering a novel and engaging approach to rehabilitation. Virtual Reality-based interventions is found effective treatment for individuals battling cervicocephalic kinesthetic sensibility among patients with cervical vertigo.

Keywords

cervicogenic dizziness, virtual reality, kinesthetic sensibility, videonystagmography

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