Affective and Physiological Outcomes of Virtual and Mixed Reality Workplace Exergames

NCT06830772 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 21012025-02-47
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 33
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The aim of this study was to compare the acute effects of virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) based exergame practices on physical and psychological health indicators during micro-breaks among university administrative staff. The main research questions aimed to be answered are:

1. 1.How does VR exergame and MR exergame affect physical health indicators such as heart rate and perceived exertion in university administrative staff?
2. 2.How does MR exergame with VR exergame affect the mood of university administrative staff?
3. 3.How does MR exergame with VR exergame affect the enjoyment of exercise and gaming experience of university administrative staff?

Conditions

Exergame; Active Video Games (AVG); Virtual Reality; Mood Changes

Keywords

exergame; active video game; virtual exergame

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (3)

• Mood State

  Participants' mood states will be assessed before and after each session using the Brunel Mood Scale (BRUMS). The scale consists of 24 items and 6 subscales rated on a 5-point Likert scale (0 = Not at all, 4 = Extremely).

  Baseline and immediately post-intervention (within 5 minutes after the session)

• Heart Rate

  Heart rate will be measured using a POLAR H20 heart rate monitor at baseline, during the session, and immediately post-intervention. Data will be recorded in real time through the Polar Flow application to assess physical activity intensity.

  Baseline, during intervention, and immediately post-intervention (within 5 minutes after the session)

• Perceived Exertion

  Perceived exertion will be evaluated using the Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) Scale (6-20) after each session. This scale measures subjective physical effort perception and is widely used for assessing exercise intensity.

  Baseline and immediately post-intervention (within 5 minutes after the session)

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Exercise Enjoyment

  Immediately post-intervention (within 5 minutes after the session)

• Game Experience (Dominance and Absorption)

  Immediately post-intervention (within 5 minutes after the session)

Study Arms (3)

Virtual Reality Exergame (VR-EX)

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants will engage in a Virtual Reality (VR)-based exergame session using the PowerBeatsVR application. The session will include rhythm-based exercises, such as punching targets and dodging obstacles, aimed at promoting physical activity during a short break in the workplace.

Other: Experimental

Mixed Reality Exergame (MR-EX)

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Participants will engage in a Mixed Reality (MR)-based exergame session using the PowerBeatsVR application in MR mode. This condition allows participants to interact with virtual elements while maintaining awareness of their physical surroundings.

Other: Active comparator

Passive Rest (PR)

NO INTERVENTION

Participants will remain seated in a quiet room for the same duration as the VR and MR sessions. During this time, they will be asked to rest without engaging in any physical activity. Talking, using mobile devices, or interacting with others will not be allowed to ensure a consistent resting condition across participants.

Interventions

Experimental OTHER

Virtual Reality Exergame (VR) Participants will engage in a 5-minute fully immersive Virtual Reality (VR) exergame session using the PowerBeatsVR application. This intervention takes place in a virtual environment where participants perform rhythm-based physical activities such as punching targets and dodging obstacles. The VR session isolates participants from their real-world surroundings, offering a highly immersive experience designed to promote physical activity and assess its physiological and psychological effects.

Also known as: Virtual Reality Exergame

Virtual Reality Exergame (VR-EX)

Active comparator OTHER

Mixed Reality Exergame (MR) Participants will engage in a 5-minute Mixed Reality (MR) exergame session using PowerBeatsVR in MR mode. Unlike VR, this intervention integrates virtual elements into the real-world environment, allowing participants to maintain awareness of their physical surroundings while interacting with digital content. This hybrid experience reduces the risk of cybersickness while providing a practical approach for workplace settings.

Also known as: Mixed Reality Exergame

Mixed Reality Exergame (MR-EX)

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• years and over
• Being suitable for physical activity according to PAR-Q test
• Not exercising for 30 minutes 3 days a week
• Not having used VR/MR technologies before

You may not qualify if:

• People with epilepsy, vertigo or neurological diseases
• Use of antidepressants or similar medication
• Individuals with high Physical Activity Level (IPAQ)

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Akdeniz University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Akdeniz University

Konyaalti, Antalya, 07070, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Interventions

Exergaming

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Exercise; Motor Activity; Movement; Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena; Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena

Study Officials

• Tennur Yerlisu Lapa

  Akdeniz University

  STUDY DIRECTOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: OTHER
• Intervention Model: CROSSOVER
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Research Assistant

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: February 12, 2025
• First Posted: February 17, 2025
• Study Start: February 26, 2025
• Primary Completion: April 11, 2025
• Study Completion: April 11, 2025
• Last Updated: April 25, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)