Home rehabilitation for the elderly (Medical Delta Living Lab Geriatric Rehabilitation@home)
For many elderly people, rehabilitation at home is easier than following a rehabilitation programme at a healthcare facility. It prevents the patient from being dependent on others to get to the rehabilitation facility.
MQ Scan: a quick test to measure motor skills in gym class
Children are exercising less and less, resulting in underdeveloped motor skills. That is why the Healthy Lifestyle in a Stimulating Environment research group has developed a motor skills test together with the VU...
Student projects: Oncological Care Research Group 2017-2019
The research group has been working on the further development of applied scientific research within oncological care, with a focus on the application of technology.
Despite the high participation rates of girls in volleyball, women are underrepresented in decision-making roles such as administrators, coaches, and referees.
The Impact of Sport minor is part of the continuous learning track developed by The Hague University of Applied Sciences for the Haags Sportkwartier. Here we teach tomorrow’s professionals what they need to develop an...
Maintaining vitality with innovative technology (Medical Delta Living Lab VIT for life)
People with vitality who – literally and figuratively – feel comfortable in their own skin use less healthcare. Increasing vitality by eating healthily and getting enough exercise has a positive effect on people and the...
Mapping accessibility of public facilities (On the move together)
For people with disabilities, information about the accessibility of public facilities is very important. Knowing in advance where a disabled parking space or a public toilet is, ensures that these people can go on the...
Using an app for rehabilitation is a form of healthcare technology that can help patients get and stay active. For example, the popular walking app 'Ommetje' can, with a few modifications, be made suitable for people...
Addressing childhood obesity with digital technology (Blended Care – Better Care)
The 'Blended Care – Better Care' project applies a combination of offline and online care in helping overweight children adopt a healthier lifestyle. The application of digital technology offers many possibilities.
Lecturers and teachers of Physical Education (PE) question whether the perceptual competence is adequate in practice and how this can be deliberately practised. The Healthy Lifestyle in a Supporting Environment research...
European cities are changing fast and diversity is increasing. We therefore see a greater call for more social cohesion. Ensuring mutual social cohesion and connectedness is extremely important for the stability, safety...
Vitality and health from young to old (Vitale Delta)
Vitality and health from young to old is an important theme for the Delta region of Leiden, The Hague and Rotterdam. The aging population and increased burden on care are a cause for concern.