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Exploring Virtual Reality Adventure Training Exergaming
Exploring Virtual Reality Adventure Training Exergaming (V-RATE) on Veterans' Health Outcomes
Who can join
Ages 18 to 45 · Women · Healthy volunteers welcome
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Are between the ages of 18 and 45 2. Identify as a U.S. military veteran 4\. Normal vision (no colorblindness) Exclusion Criteria: 1. Unable to walk independently (e.g., use of any mobility assistive device such as brace, wheelchair, cane, crutch, walker, knee scooter) 2. Self-reported joint problem that limits mobility (e.g., arthritis or other condition that would prevent participation) or ongoing orthopedic injury 3. Self-reported pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy 4. Self-reported motor disorder or impaired sense of motion or balance (such as Parkinsonism) 5. Self-reported color blindness 6. Self-reported neurological or cognitive disorder (e.g., TBI, history of seizure) 7. Self-reported cardiac surgery or any ongoing cardiovascular issues preventing participation or physical activity.
About the study
The current project aims to design and implement an 8-week Virtual Reality Adventure Therapy Exergaming (V-RATE) intervention focused on women veterans. A randomized controlled trial using a repeated measure design with a 1-month follow-up assessment will be employed to examine effects on physical and mental health outcomes.
What is being tested
- Virtual Reality-based physical activity intervention (device)
Sponsor: The University of Texas at Arlington · Participants: 40 · Started: Sep 7, 2022
Contact the study team
- Donna L Schuman, PhD · Phone: 18172723181
- Xiangli Gu, PhD · Phone: 817-818-2106
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT05563805
Locations in the U.S.
| Texas | University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 29, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.