Development, Human
Conditions
Keywords
Game-Based Exercises, Upper Extremity, Muscle Strength, Functionality
Brief summary
The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of game-based exercises on upper extremity muscle strength, sensory perception, and functionality in adult individuals. The focus lies in measuring and assessing the effects of these exercises on this particular group. The goal is to determine the potential benefits of game-based exercises concerning upper extremity muscle strength, sensory perception, and overall functionality in adults.
Detailed description
This study focuses on exploring how game-based exercises affect upper extremity muscle strength, sensory perception, and functionality in adults. It addresses the potential impact of these exercises on physical activity levels, sensory development, and body awareness. The research highlights the significance of physical engagement, particularly in digitally inactive environments, emphasizing the need for supportive physical activity interventions. Additionally, it delves into the intricate hand movements and functions related to grasping activities, emphasizing the importance of sensory perceptions in these processes. Ultimately, the study aims to understand the correlation between game-based exercises and various facets of upper extremity functionality in adults.
Interventions
OTHERGame-Based Exercises
Week 1: Dough Kneading, Sorting Legumes, Cutting Lines with Scissors, Coloring with Dry Crayons Week 2: Dough Rolling, Scissor Use, Crumpling Paper, Finger Exercises, Tying Knots with Rubber Bands Week 3: Dough Cutting, Dough Rolling, Dough Stretching, Sewing with Needles, Wrapping Thread like a Spool, Sorting Legumes, Untying Knots in String Week 4: Rhythm Exercises, Dough Kneading and Rolling, Scissor Use, Sorting Legumes, Untying Knots in String Week 5: Stringing Beads on Thread, Unlocking, Tearing Paper, Sorting Legumes, Untying Knots in String Week 6: Tying Shoe Laces, Opening-Closing Jar Lids, Sorting Legumes
Sponsors
KTO Karatay University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Masking description
One (Participant)
Intervention model description
Parallel Assignment
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to 25 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* The inclusion criteria comprise participants aged between 18 and 25 years, having good overall health with no significant upper extremity issues. * Participants should demonstrate active use of both hands. * Preference is given to individuals who have not previously engaged in regular upper extremity-focused exercises or do not have a habit of regular exercise. * Voluntary participation in the study and willingness to comply with program requirements are necessary.
Exclusion criteria
* Encompass individuals with significant upper extremity disorders or a history of serious - hand, arm, or shoulder injuries, * Those with sensory impairments, * Individuals whose health conditions deem them unsuitable for participation in the exercise program, * Individuals outside the specified age range, * Participants who have previously engaged in upper extremity-focused exercise or similar studies
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hand Muscle Strength Assessment | Baseline measurement before the Gamed-Based Exercises begin (pre-intervention), post-intervention at week 6 | Hand muscle strength will be evaluated with the Jamar Hand Dynamometer. The unit of measurement for evaluations is kilogram-force. |
| Finger Muscle Strength Assessment | Baseline measurement before the Gamed-Based Exercises begin (pre-intervention), post-intervention at week 6 | Pinch force will be measured with Jamar Hydraulic Pinchmeter. The unit of measurement for evaluations is kilogram-force. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Sensory Assessment | Baseline measurement before the Gamed-Based Exercises begin (pre-intervention), post-intervention at week 6 | Sensory Assessment will be evaluated by two-point discrimination test. The unit of measurement for evaluations is milimeter. |
| Functional Assessment | Baseline measurement before the Gamed-Based Exercises begin (pre-intervention), post-intervention at week 6 | Functional assessment will be evaluated with the Nine Hole Peg Test. The unit of measurement for evaluations is seconds. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed