Evaluating the Clinical Suitability of Microsoft Xbox One Games in Geriatric Rehabilitation

NCT07562893 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 2026/44
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 20
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study aims to determine the potential for 'safe' and 'effective' use of Microsoft Xbox One-based motion games for the geriatric population through expert consensus using a unique set of assessments, and to provide clinicians with an evidence-based guide to game selection.

Conditions

Geriatric; Elderly (People Aged 65 or More)

Keywords

exergame; geriatric; Kinect sensory; security

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Exergame Applications Evaluation Form-Geriatrics (EUDF-G):

  The 'Exergame Applications Evaluation Form-Geriatrics (EUDF-G)', to be used in this research, is an evaluation form developed by our research team to assess the clinical suitability of commercially available games. This form, not directly derived from any existing scale, is structured by combining internationally valid models such as technological usability (SUS), game experience (GEQ), enjoyment of physical activity (PACES-S), and exergame motivation (EEQ) with elderly population-specific motor-safety criteria (Gerling et al., 2012; Marston \& Smith, 2013). This hybrid structure constitutes the unique value of our study, offering a systematic evaluation pool designed by our researchers for the clinical selection of Microsoft Xbox One games in the field of geriatric rehabilitation.

  1 week

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Game Demonstration Materials:

  1 week

Study Arms (1)

Expert panel

The study sample will consist of a group of experts selected using purposive sampling, who are equipped to clinically and technically evaluate games on the Microsoft Xbox One platform. The target panel is approximately 20 individuals, including physiotherapists (with geriatrics/neurology experience) and academics and clinicians working in the field of game technology. Experience in the field of game technology will be considered when submitting the form.

Other: Exergame Applications Assessment

Interventions

Exergame Applications Assessment OTHER

The 'Exergame Applications Assessment Form-Geriatrics (EUDF-G)', to be used in this research, is an assessment form developed by our research team to evaluate the clinical suitability of commercially available games. This form, not directly taken from any existing scale, is structured by combining internationally valid models such as technological usability (SUS), game experience (GEQ), enjoyment of physical activity (PACES-S), and exergame motivation (EEQ) with elderly population-specific motor-safety criteria (Gerling et al., 2012; Marston \& Smith, 2013). This hybrid structure constitutes the unique value of our study, offering a systematic assessment pool designed by our researchers for the clinical selection of Microsoft Xbox One games in the field of geriatric rehabilitation.

Expert panel

Eligibility Criteria

• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17), Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The list of 17 games prepared by our research team will be presented to 20 experts in the form of a digital catalog.

You may qualify if:

• To be a Physiotherapist with at least 5 years of clinical/academic experience in geriatric rehabilitation or neurological rehabilitation,
• To be a researcher in game technologies, Exergame applications, or Kinect systems, and to be a Physiotherapist with clinical/academic experience,
• To approve the 'Informed Consent Form' regarding participation in the study.

You may not qualify if:

• Not having conducted research/academic activities in the specified areas of expertise (Physiotherapy, Gerontology, Play Technologies),
• Failure to provide feedback within the specified timeframes,
• Withdrawing voluntarily at any stage of the study.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa: lead

Study Sites (1)

Balıkesir University

Balıkesir, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Related Publications (1)

• Wiemeyer J, Deutsch J, Malone LA, Rowland JL, Swartz MC, Xiong J, Zhang FF. Recommendations for the Optimal Design of Exergame Interventions for Persons with Disabilities: Challenges, Best Practices, and Future Research. Games Health J. 2015 Feb;4(1):58-62. doi: 10.1089/g4h.2014.0078. Epub 2014 Dec 3.

  PMID: 26181682 RESULT

Central Study Contacts

GULFİDAN TOKGÖZ, Lecturer, PhD (c)

CONTACT

0552 022 76 32; gulfidan.tokgoz@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Target Duration: 1 Week
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Lecturer, PhD(c)

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 25, 2026
• First Posted: May 1, 2026
• Study Start: April 30, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): May 15, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): August 30, 2026
• Last Updated: May 1, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)