Functional Training System Research Articles

Impact of Four Weeks of TOGU Training on Neuromuscular Control and Golf Swing Performance.

To assess the impact of a four-week training program combining TOGU (a functional training system and equipment) Balanza and Dynair® Ballkissen equipment on core strength, balance ability, and golf swing performance in golf athletes. The TOGU group participated in TOGU training three times weekly and regular golf skill training over four weeks. The control group only participated in regular golf skill training. The functional movement screening (FMS) assessment system modified the Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction on Balance (mCTSIB), and Unilateral Stance Tests (USTs) were used to assess neuromuscular control. Data are expressed as mean ± standard deviation (SD) and utilized the independent samples t-test and the paired t-test for statistical analysis. (1) Following the four-week training, there was significant improvement of the TOGU group in the total score of FMS, notably in squats and in-line lunges (p < 0.05). (2) Significant reductions in COG sway velocity were observed: Foam-EO (-30.9%, p < 0.01) Firm-EC (-35.18%, p < 0.05) and Foam-EC (-36.78%, p < 0.001). UST also improved: L-EO (-34.39%, p < 0.001), L-EC (-29.92%, p < 0.001), R-EO (-48.67%, p < 0.01), and R-EC (-39.38%, p = 0.0857). (3) Club head speed (CHS) tests indicated significant enhancement (p < 0.01), improved ball speed (p < 0.001), driving distance (p = 0.0553), and hitting efficiency (p < 0.01). The control group showed no significant changes in all tests after four weeks of regular golf skill training. A TOGU-based golf core training program can significantly improve a golfers' neuromuscular control, core stability, and coordination, and enhance their swing performance.

Technology acceptance of the video game-based swallowing function training system among healthcare providers and dysphagia patients: A qualitative study.

Dysphagia is highly prevalent worldwide, causing serious complications. Video-game based rehabilitation training can increase dysphagia patient motivation and adherence. However, the acceptance of video game systems by patients and healthcare providers is still not fully explored. This study aimed to explore the acceptance of the video game swallowing training system among potential users. The in-depth interviews were conducted face-to-face between July and October 2023 at a rehabilitation center in China, with a sample size based on the principle of information saturation. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim, and the data were analyzed using theory-driven thematic analysis methods based on the technology acceptance model. A total of 19 participants participated in the interviews, which included 11 hospitalized dysphagia patients, three rehabilitation therapists, one doctor, and four nurses. Three themes and seven subthemes were identified. Sufficient training content, interesting interaction between the game and the rehabilitation training, intuitive page design, and efficient training modes were related to the usefulness of the system; user-friendly page design and simple interface could make it easier for participants to use the system. Overall, the availability of the video game system for use without geographical or time limitations led to a high level of participant intention to use the system, but it is still challenging to use it in the real world. The results of the study showed that participants were generally accepted and willing to use the video game system for dysphagia rehabilitation training. The video game-based swallowing function training system can be helpful in assisting with dysphagia rehabilitation.

Effect of exoskeleton manipulator on hand function rehabilitation for postburn patients

Purpose Patients with scar contracture deformities caused by hand burns were treated with an exoskeleton manipulator system, which was equipped with games to explore its clinical application value. Methods Twenty patients who were treated for post-burn scars of bilateral hands between October 2020 and June 2021 were selected (ChiCTR2000036232). The patients were divided into two groups: control, 10 patients (traditional outpatient treatment); and experimental, 10 patients (exoskeleton manipulator system treatment). We compared the change in the total active motion (TAM) value, grip strength, scar improvement, and postoperative pain improvement. Results After 3 months of rehabilitation training, the improvement of thumb TAM was 33.80 ± 11.38 ° in the experimental group and 23.2 ± 6.13 ° in the control group. With respect to the index finger TAM, the improvement in the experimental and control groups was 84.50 ± 30.96 ° and 54.80 ± 15.89 °, respectively. The middle finger TAM of the experimental and control groups improved by 86.75 ± 32.85 ° and 60.25 ± 17.97 °, respectively. However, improvement of grip strength, scar score, and pain score were similar between the two groups. Conclusions The exoskeleton manipulator system has excellent effects in improving burned hand joint movement, which is suitable for hand burn patients and has beneficial clinical effects. Implications for rehabilitation Exercise is an effective means to improve the hand function of burn patients. The application of mechanical devices in the rehabilitation of burned hands can effectively help patients exercise. The A5 Hand Function Training System is an exoskeleton mechanical device that can exercise the small joints of the hand. It assists patients in using different computer games during treatment.

Sports Information Acquisition and Functional Training System Based on Multisensor Information Fusion

Since entering the 21st century, multisensor information fusion technology has developed rapidly, and multisensor information fusion is a trend in the coming years and even decades. This article is aimed at studying how the traditional sports information acquisition and functional training system can be implemented under the multisensor information fusion. This article proposes the use of multisensor information fusion technology to conduct an in‐depth study on the traditional ways of acquiring sports information and the cognition of sports information by different groups of people, as well as the use of multisensor information fusion technology to update the functional training system and discuss whether this new functional training system is in line with the speed and rhythm of the current era compared with the traditional training system. The results of obtaining sports information from different groups of people show that more people know about sports events at home and abroad, reaching 22.5%. Under the same circumstances, 60% of the elderly are willing to pay attention to sports information, while only 30% of the young people are willing to pay attention to sports information. And from 2016 to 2021, the number of people in functional training nationwide has increased from 200,000 to 1.5 million.

The Effect of Treadmill Gait Training in an Adjusted Position from Functional Training System on Chronic Stroke Patients&amp;#039; Walking and Balance Ability

The Effect of Treadmill Gait Training in an Adjusted Position from Functional Training System on Chronic Stroke Patients&amp;#039; Walking and Balance Ability

Cognitive Function Training System Using Game-Based Design for Elderly Drivers

It has been found that age-related decline of cognitive ability is one of risk factors for traffic accidents among the elderly. Therefore, the present study introduced a new game- based cognitive function training system, which was designed by cognitive evaluation theory, gamification, interface design guidelines for driver-assistance systems and fuben-eki principle. It uses a trail making game to train and measure driver’s visual attention ability, and the score was transformed to limit the vehicle’s maximum velocity. Simulator experiments were performed to verify that it enlarged the degree of useful field of view to enhance the hazard perception ability.

A new closing Y-shaped training system for grapevines

Background and Aims: Total leaf area and its distribution inside the canopy are known to influence the photosynthesis capacity as well as grape quality and health. The aim of this work was to evaluate the effectiveness of a simple and innovative training system characterised by an open canopy called ‘SAYM’ (a closing Y-shaped training system derived from the spur-pruned single cordon and trained to an inclined shoot-positioned trellis type) as well as the possibility of using traditional machines during harvesting and pruning after closing the structure just before grape harvesting. Methods and Results: The SAYM was applied on eight rows of 80 vines from an experimental Sangiovese vineyard and compared to vertically shoot-positioned (VSP) trellis type during the 2004–2008 seasons. In comparison to VSP vines, the SAYM was able to reduce the incidence of botrytis rot and improve grape and wine quality (alcohol, anthocyanins, phenolics, tannins and colour intensity), while maintaining an adequate yield (about 13 t/ha) without significantly increasing the management operations of the vineyard. Conclusions: The SAYM was able to bring together economically and easily the advantages guaranteed by training systems characterised by horizontally divided canopy with the limitation of production costs by the use of traditional mechanical harvesters and pruners. Significance of the Study: SAYM can be proposed as a functional training system able to improve grape and wine quality, which is easy and inexpensive to manage.