EFFECT OF EXERGAMING EYE HAND COORIDNATION IN HEALTHY GERIATRICS – AN EXPIREMENTAL STUDY

Background: Aging is associated with a decline in both physical and cognitive functions, including eye-hand coordination (EHC)—the ability to synchronize visual input with hand movements. EHC depends on the integration of sensory, motor, and cognitive processes such as attention and memory, and is essential for performing everyday tasks independently. Declines in EHC can increase dependency in daily life. Exergames, which combine physical and cognitive training, have shown potential in enhancing motor and cognitive abilities across all age groups, particularly in the elderly. Methodology: 60 healthy Geriatric population participated in this study. Participants were selected on basis of the inclusion and exclusion criteria and divided into two equal groups using chit method. Group A participants underwent the Exergaming exercise protocol and Group B participants underwent Conventional exercise training for thrice a week for four weeks each. Mirror tracing test and Trail making test A and B were used to assess the pre and post intervention. Statistical analysis was done and conclusion was drawn accordingly. Result: The performance of mirror tracing test compared between Group A and Group B, shows that In Group A errors and time taken for Mirror tracing test in reduced as compared to Group B with a mean difference of 12.5, with p value <0.0001. Conclusion: The study Concludes that the effect of exergaming in improving eye hand coordination is effective after the 4 weeks of training in geriatrics population. Keywords: Eye hand Co-ordination, Mirror tracing test, Exergaming, Trail making test A Trail making test B