A tool for the prevention of cognitive fusion disorders through VR cognitive-motor training
About this good practice
GRYDSEN is an innovative VR therapeutic system supporting seniors in maintaining cognitive and motor functions. It addresses aging challenges such as cognitive slowing and motor limitations and is implemented in medical facilities, care homes, and therapy offices.
The program includes three therapeutic modules in each session:
Cognitive Training: Tasks like memory exercises and pattern recognition improve memory, attention, and executive functions.
Motor Training: Activities such as playing a virtual xylophone enhance coordination, precision, and limb mobility.
Cognitive-Motor Training: Tasks combine movement and cognitive challenges, e.g., preparing a virtual shopping list, engaging memory, attention, and physical activity.
Each session adjusts to the user’s progress with varying difficulty levels. Developed by psychologists, physiotherapists, and health educators, GRYDSEN is scientifically validated and available in Polish, English, French, and German, ensuring versatility.
Clinical trials show its effectiveness in improving cognition, coordination, reflexes, and concentration. Its gamified, intuitive design suits both healthy seniors and those with mild cognitive impairments.
The system allows one therapist to manage up to three stations simultaneously, optimizing costs and resources. It’s ideal for hospitals, care homes, and therapy centers.
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System includes a €15,000 VR therapy set with goggles, software, a monitor and chair. Therapists undergo training to ensure safe use and sessions are held in obstacle-free spaces. It’s suitable for hospitals, care homes and clinics, offering technical support and safety guidelines for participants.
Evidence of success
GRYDSEN has won multiple awards, including gold medals at the 2023 China International Invention Exposition, Bangkok Intellectual Property Expo, E-innovate in Bydgoszcz, and Japan Design Expo 2022. Key research includes a pilot study on VR-based cognitive stimulation (Podhorecka et al., 2021, Human Technology), with further studies underway to expand its evidence base.
Potential for learning or transfer
The GRYDSEN system is an innovative VR tool for senior care, offering numerous benefits:
Evidence-Based: Developed from research and validated in clinical trials.
Innovative Therapy: Engages seniors with VR, boosting motivation and reducing monotony.
Comprehensive Training: Enhances memory, coordination, reflexes, and quality of life.
Easy to Use: Simple operation after brief training, accessible to healthcare workers.
Efficient: One therapist manages up to three stations, optimizing resources.
Cost-Effective: No extra materials required, minimizing costs.
Long-Term Support: Lifetime license, updates, and technical support included.
Flexible: Available in four languages for use in care homes, clinics, and private practices.
Adaptable: Tasks tailored to abilities, for both healthy seniors and those with impairments.
GRYDSEN’s evidence-based, flexible design enhances seniors’ mental and physical well-being globally.
Further information
GRYDSEN - an innovative therapy tool for seniors using VR
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Regionalny Ośrodek Polityki Społecznej w Toruniu