| Title: | Addressing the paradox of rest with innovative technologies |
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| Authors: | ID Pišot, Rado (Author)
ID Marušič, Uroš (Author)
ID Šlosar, Luka (Author) |
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| Language: | English |
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| Typology: | 1.03 - Other scientific articles |
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| Organization: |  ZRS Koper - Science and Research Centre Koper
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| Abstract: | The paradox of rest lies in its dual nature: essential for recovery yet potentially harmful when prolonged. Prolonged physical inactivity (PI) significantly contributes to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Studies show nearly a third of adults worldwide were insufficiently active in 2022, with the economic costs of PI projected to reach INT$520 billion by 2030. Bedrest models have illuminated the rapid onset of insulin resistance, general functional decline and muscle atrophy associated with PI, particularly in hospitalised older adults. Innovative technologies, such as extended reality (XR), offer promising solutions for mitigating the effects of PI and can enhance non-physical rehabilitation techniques such as motor imagery and action observation. These technologies provide immersive, personalised therapeutic experiences that engage multiple senses, transforming passive recovery into an active process and addressing both the physical and cognitive consequences of inactivity. Results of bedrest study showed significant preservation of muscle mass, improved strength and enhanced insulin sensitivity in the intervention group compared to controls. These findings highlight the potential of XRbased strategies in addressing structural and functional declines during inactivity. As part of the Interreg VI-A Italia-Slovenija project X-BRAIN.net, advanced XR-equipped active rooms were developed to aid post-stroke rehabilitation in acute care settings. XR technologies, particularly VR, have shown promise in providing dynamic and adaptable therapeutic environments that facilitate early and targeted interventions. Future advancements focus on integrating XR with brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and synchronised visual-haptic neurofeedback, enhancing sensorimotor cortical activation and improving rehabilitation outcomes. Comprehensive multimodal approaches, including nutritional, physical and non-physical interventions, are emerging as effective strategies to personalise and optimise patient recovery. |
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| Keywords: | physical inactivity, functional and cognitive decline, rehabilitation, extended reality, multimodal interventions |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Publication date: | 01.01.2025 |
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| Year of publishing: | 2025 |
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| Number of pages: | str. 68-72 |
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| Numbering: | Letn. 64, št. 2 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DiRROS-21634  |
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| UDC: | 798.01:159 |
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| ISSN on article: | 1854-2476 |
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| DOI: | 10.2478/sjph-2025-0009 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 228044803 |
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| Copyright: | © 2025 Rado PIŠOT et al., published by Sciendo |
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| Note: | Nasl. z nasl. zaslona;
Opis vira z dne 5. 3. 2025;
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| Publication date in DiRROS: | 05.03.2025 |
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