Rapid recovery: a kayaking-based exergame for shoulder rehabilitation and physical fitness

We present Rapid Recovery, a novel engaging exergame intended to facilitate shoulder rehabilitation, and physical fitness through a kayak simulation across several courses/scenarios. Central to Rapid Recovery is the Spincore Inc. Helium 6 baton, a unique stand-alone fitness and rehabilitation device. Using a Microsoft Kinect stereo vision sensor, the player´s kayak paddling motions of the Helium 6 baton are captured at interactive rates, and mapped to movements in the game world. Rapid Recovery supports multiple players, allowing the opportunity for players to race each other. Rapid Recovery provides users with an engaging, interactive, motivating and fun environment while promoting physical rehabilitation, and general physical fitness.