4 Φεβ 2026
New iPROLEPSIS publication presents the co-design of exergames to support physical activity and rehabilitation in psoriatic arthritis
A new publication from the iPROLEPSIS project has been published in the proceedings of the 2025 IEEE International Conference on E-health Networking, Application & Services (HealthCom).
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a rheumatic disease affecting the skin and joints and is commonly associated with stiffness, impaired mobility, and chronic pain. In addition to biological treatments, physiotherapy and exercise are often recommended to improve range of motion and physical function. However, low adherence, high costs, and limited engagement frequently reduce the effectiveness of these interventions.
The paper presents the design of two exergames –The Spy and Zen Forest –developed as accessible digital tools to complement traditional rehabilitation approaches. Exergames embed therapeutic movements into game mechanics, supporting motivation and consistency in physical activity. Both games were co-designed with 29 experts, including patients with psoriatic arthritis, clinicians, researchers, and technical stakeholders, to ensure alignment with clinical goals, patient needs, and safe physical engagement.
In The Spy, players complete physically engaging missions designed to stimulate dynamic body movement and support coordination, mobility, balance, strength, and flexibility. Zen Forest focuses on slow, calm stretching routines inspired by Pilates and Yoga, promoting flexibility, relaxation, and body awareness. Together, the exergames aim to support personalised activity routines and enable clinicians to monitor progress and recommend tailored interventions.
Read the full publication: https://zenodo.org/records/18468928
