2.3. Research process

The demographic data (e.g., sex, age, height, weight, and medical conditions) of eligible participants who agreed to participate were recorded. After an eligibility review with the participants that employed the MMSE and PAR-Q to confirm their health status, a pretest was conducted to determine their basic balance ability. Subsequently, the participants were randomly divided into 2 groups (Kinect exercise group and conventional exercise group) by drawing lots, after which the exercise intervention was implemented (Fig. ​(Fig.11).

Research procedure.

The research purposes and procedure were explained in detail to all participants; they were entitled to know the post-training results and evaluation data. To maintain consistency during training, the research was conducted at the same community activity center, which also ensured that their performance was not susceptible to environmental disturbances and could be completed under the same conditions.

Before the experiment commenced, a 30-minute description and explanation session was held. Both groups were monitored by a qualified occupational therapist during 45-minute training sessions, which were conducted twice a week for consecutive 5 weeks.