Exploring the Effectiveness of Somatosensory Cognitive Game Intervention on Cognitive and Physical Functions

MoCA is one of the key cognitive function outcomes that investigators expect to improve after somatosensory cognitive games. MoCA assesses six cognitive dimensions, with a total score of 30. A score of 26 or higher is considered normal. MoCA score of ≤24 may indicate a risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), while a MoCA score of ≤20 may indicate a risk of dementia.

CTT is one of the key cognitive function outcomes that investigators expect to improve after somatosensory cognitive games. CTT is widely used to assess executive function and processing speed. The first part (CTT-1) evaluates visual-motor skills and attention, while the second part of the CTT (CTT-2) assesses sequencing and cognitive flexibility. Scoring is based on the time required to complete the test, with cutoff times of 240 seconds for CTT-1 and 330 seconds for CTT-2. Shorter completion times indicate better executive function and processing speed.

SPPB is another secondary outcome measure that researchers expect to improve after intervention with somatosensory cognitive games. SPPB is mainly used to assess the physical function and mobility of elderly people, with a total score range of 0-12 points, where higher scores indicate better physical function.

TUG is another secondary outcome measure that researchers expect to improve after intervention with somatosensory cognitive games. TUG is an assessment tool for evaluating gait and mobility in elderly people. TUG < 10 seconds indicates normal mobility, TUG 11-20 seconds indicates those who can walk independently (but move more slowly), and TUG > 20 seconds indicates those who require assistive devices (such as walkers).