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ReviewAnnals of medicine2023

Exploring the efficacy of virtual reality-based rehabilitation in stroke: a narrative review of current evidence.

Nicholas Aderinto, Gbolahan Olatunji, Muili Opeyemi Abdulbasit, Mariam Edun, Gbolahan Aboderin, Emmanuel Egbunu

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Review in Annals of medicine, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 55 papers, 8 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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55citing papers in PubMed, 8 pooled it
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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

55 citing papers in PubMed, 8 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 100 citations in OpenAlex.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors at 3 institutions in 1 country.

Nicholas AderintoDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, LadokeAkintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
Gbolahan OlatunjiDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.
Muili Opeyemi AbdulbasitDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, LadokeAkintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
Mariam EdunDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria.
Gbolahan AboderinDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, LadokeAkintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Nigeria.
Emmanuel EgbunuDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, Federal Medical Centre Bida, Niger, Nigeria.
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology · NGUniversity of Ilorin · NGFederal Medical Centre · NG

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundStroke rehabilitation presents a complex challenge, necessitating innovative approaches to optimise functional recovery. Virtual Reality-Based Rehabilitation (VRBR) has emerged as a promising intervention that capitalises on immersive technology to engage stroke survivors in their recovery journey. This review aims to examine the efficacy of VRBR in stroke rehabilitation, focusing on its advantages and challenges.

methodsA comprehensive search of relevant literature was conducted to gather evidence on the efficacy of VRBR in stroke survivors. Studies that investigated the impact of VRBR on patient engagement, functional recovery, and overall rehabilitation outcomes were included. The review also assessed the ability of VRBR to simulate real-life scenarios and facilitate essential daily activities for stroke survivors.

resultsThe review highlights that VRBR offers a unique immersive experience that enhances patient engagement and motivation during rehabilitation. The immersive nature of VRBR fosters a sense of presence, which can positively impact treatment adherence and outcomes. Moreover, VRBR's capacity to replicate real-world scenarios provides stroke survivors with opportunities to practice vital daily activities, promoting functional independence. In contrast, conventional rehabilitation methods lack the same level of engagement and real-world simulation.

conclusionVRBR holds promise as an efficacious intervention in stroke rehabilitation. Its immersive nature enhances patient engagement and motivation, potentially leading to better treatment adherence and outcomes. The ability of VRBR to simulate real-life scenarios offers a unique platform. However, challenges such as cost, equipment, patient suitability, data privacy, and acceptance must be addressed for successful integration into stroke rehabilitation practice.

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StrokeStroke RehabilitationVirtual RealityActivities of Daily LivingHumansRecovery of FunctionneurologyrehabilitationstrokeVirtual reality

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PMID38010358
PMCPMC10836287
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