高齡者智慧老化與社群網絡對運動健康促進影響之研究

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of virtual reality (VR) exercise on the functional fitness of older adults. Methods: The study was recruiting 89 senior citizens from Taipei city (mean age 70.64 ± 4.31). The experimental group received virtual reality exercise twice a week training session for 12 weeks. The control group received no intervention. Post-tests were then conducted at week 13, followed by a follow-up test at week 24. Function fitness was assessed using the Senior Fitness Test , which assessed upper and lower limbs flexibility, and lower limbs muscle strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, and balance. Statistical analysis was using generalized estimating equations. Results: The results revealed that a 12 weeks virtual reality exercise intervention increase upper and lower flexibility, lower muscle strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, and balance in experimental group older adults. In the follow-up test, the experimental group effectively maintained lower limb flexibility and muscle strength, and balance ability. Conclusion: The current findings suggest that a virtual reality exercise may be feasible to improve the functional fitness of older adults.