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Telepresence robots helped older adults exercise, reduce frailty and become more social
A six-week UK trial paired Age UK volunteers with older adults through telepresence robots placed in their homes. Volunteers used the robots for regular social interaction and to guide participants through personalized exercise plans two to three times per week. Researchers reported small reductions in physical frailty, improved confidence and increased digital literacy. Some participants also became comfortable enough to begin socializing outside their homes again. The project is now being used to inform UK policy discussions around standards, procurement, regulation and implementation of assistive robots in health and social care. submitted by /u/Responsible-Grass452 [link] [Kommentare] reddit.com · reddit.com ↗
A six-week UK trial paired Age UK volunteers with older adults through telepresence robots placed in their homes. Volunteers used the robots for regular social interaction and to guide participants through personalized exercise plans two to three times per week. Researchers reported small reductions in physical frailty, improved confidence and increased digital literacy. Some participants also became comfortable enough to begin socializing outside their homes again. The project is now being used to inform UK policy discussions around standards, procurement, regulation and implementation of assistive robots in health and social care. submitted by /u/Responsible-Grass452 [link] [Kommentare]
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