Exploring Virtual Reality Adventure Training Exergaming

Summary

The current project aims to design and implement an 8-week Virtual Reality Adventure Therapy Exergaming (V-RATE) intervention focused on women veterans. A randomized controlled trial using a repeated measure design with a 1-month follow-up assessment will be employed to examine effects on physical and mental health outcomes.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Are between the ages of 18 and 45
2. Identify as a U.S. military veteran

4\. Normal vision (no colorblindness)

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Unable to walk independently (e.g., use of any mobility assistive device such as brace, wheelchair, cane, crutch, walker, knee scooter)
2. Self-reported joint problem that limits mobility (e.g., arthritis or other condition that would prevent participation) or ongoing orthopedic injury
3. Self-reported pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy
4. Self-reported motor disorder or impaired sense of motion or balance (such as Parkinsonism)
5. Self-reported color blindness
6. Self-reported neurological or cognitive disorder (e.g., TBI, history of seizure)
7. Self-reported cardiac surgery or any ongoing cardiovascular issues preventing participation or physical activity.

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