Effectiveness of Exergames Using Nintendo Switch Sports for Rehabilitation with Stage 3 Frozen Shoulder

Abstract

This study examined the effectiveness of exergames rehabilitation using the Nintendo Switch Sports in the rehabilitation of patients diagnosed with Stage 3 Frozen Shoulder, also known as Adhesive Capsulitis. The participants consisted of 10 individuals of all genders who were medically diagnosed with Frozen Shoulder and were undergoing rehabilitation. A randomized controlled trial was employed to compare outcomes between the control and experimental groups data was collected using the Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI) and Range of Motion (ROM) assessments before and after the intervention. Results showed that both groups demonstrated improvement in shoulder range of motion and decreased pain and disability. However, statistical analysis revealed no significant difference between the control and experimental groups. These findings indicate that exergame rehabilitation contributed to patient improvement, its effects were comparable to those of conventional therapy. The use of exergames may enhance the patient's engagement, motivation, and adherence to rehabilitation programs. The study concludes that exergames can be considered a useful adjunct to traditional therapy in improving functional outcomes and participation among the patients with Stage 3 Frozen Shoulder.

Keywords: Exergames; Frozen Shoulder; Rehabilitation; Nintendo Switch Sports; SPADI; Range of Motion

Citation

Bolima GRS, Estela JP. Effectiveness of Exergames Using Nintendo Switch Sports for Rehabilitation with Stage 3 Frozen Shoulder. WebLog J Phys Ther Rehabil. wjptr.2026.e2505. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20688692