Exergaming as meaningful activity for people with dementia: Evaluation of effect and implementation

Effects of Exergaming on Cognitive and Social Functioning of People with Dementia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Objectives: Physical activity in people with dementia (PwD) may enhance physical and mental functioning. Exergaming, which combines physical exercise with cognitive stimulation in a gaming environment, was developed to overcome barriers in performing physical activities. We evaluated the effects of exergaming in day care centers (DCCs) for PwD...

The (cost) effectiveness of exergaming in people living with dementia and their informal caregivers: protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Background Physical activity is linked to benefits such as increased physical fitness, cognition, emotional and social functioning, general health and well-being in older people. Some evidence suggests that this also applies to people living with dementia. However, it can be harder for them to perform physical activities, due to several barriers...