Review
Orthopedics
Aaron Gazendam, Meng Zhu, Yaping Chang, Steve Phillips, Mohit Bhandari
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the use of virtual reality (VR) based rehabilitation for patients following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The results showed that VR-based rehabilitation led to improved functional outcomes at 12 weeks and 6 months postoperatively compared to traditional rehabilitation, but no significant differences in pain scores were found. However, the current evidence in the literature is of low quality, highlighting the need for more research to determine the impact of VR-based rehabilitation on patients undergoing TKA.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Rachel Blanchette Bailey
Summary: Virtual reality therapy shows promise in improving daily quality of life for stroke patients with long-term disability.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Chiara Pagliari, Sonia Di Tella, Johanna Jonsdottir, Laura Mendozzi, Marco Rovaris, Roberto De Icco, Tommaso Milanesi, Sara Federico, Michela Agostini, Michela Goffredo, Leonardo Pellicciari, Marco Franceschini, Vincenzo Cimino, Placido Bramanti, Francesca Baglio
Summary: The study found that telerehabilitation treatment is effective in improving the physical domain of quality of life and motor symptoms for people with multiple sclerosis. The telerehabilitation group showed significant improvements in balance, postural control, and dynamic walking compared to the usual care group. Additionally, telerehabilitation had higher adherence rates compared to usual care.
JOURNAL OF TELEMEDICINE AND TELECARE
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Archana Podury, Sophia M. Raefsky, Lucy Dodakian, Liam McCafferty, Vu Le, Alison McKenzie, Jill See, Robert J. Zhou, Thalia Nguyen, Benjamin Vanderschelden, Gene Wong, Laila Nazarzai, Jutta Heckhausen, Steven C. Cramer, Amar Dhand
Summary: The study found that the size and density of social networks were associated with improvement in motor function among rehabilitation patients. Social network density was related to arm motor gains, while network size was related to reduced depressive symptoms. Patients undergoing telerehabilitation had larger and more open social networks compared to historical stroke patients who did not receive telerehabilitation.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Aleks Borresen, Keerthana Chakka, Richard Wu, Chung-Kuang Lin, Cody Wolfe, Balakrishnan Prabhakaran, Thiru M. Annaswamy
Summary: This pilot study evaluated the potential of ARTESH in remotely examining upper extremity passive range of motion (PROM) and maximum isometric strength (MIS). The results showed high inter-rater agreements between remote and in-person evaluations for certain shoulder and arm movements. The study suggests that ARTESH has the potential to enhance the value of telemedicine platforms, but further improvements and studies are needed for better evaluation.
Review
Orthopedics
Pamela Seron, Maria-Jose Oliveros, Ruvistay Gutierrez-Arias, Rocio Fuentes-Aspe, Rodrigo C. Torres-Castro, Catalina Merino-Osorio, Paula Nahuelhual, Jacqueline Inostroza, Yorschua Jalil, Ricardo Solano, Gabriel N. Marzuca-Nassr, Raul Aguilera-Eguia, Pamela Lavados-Romo, Francisco J. Soto-Rodriguez, Cecilia Sabelle, Gregory Villarroel-Silva, Patricio Gomolan, Sayen Huaiquilaf, Paulina Sanchez
Summary: Despite contradictory results, telerehabilitation in physical therapy shows promise in improving conditions such as osteoarthritis, low-back pain, hip and knee replacement, and multiple sclerosis, as well as in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation settings. Further high-quality clinical trials and systematic reviews are needed to provide clearer evidence for professionals to make informed decisions. This will ultimately lead to better clinical outcomes for patients, both during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sonia Di Tella, Sara Isernia, Chiara Pagliari, Johanna Jonsdottir, Carlotta Castiglioni, Patrizia Gindri, Cristina Gramigna, Samuela Canobbio, Marco Salza, Franco Molteni, Francesca Baglio
Summary: The study aimed to identify predictors of ecological memory improvement after the HEAD rehabilitation program and found that baseline assessments such as Montreal Cognitive Assessment and 2-Minute Walk Test were significant predictors of treatment success. The findings suggest a strong relationship between motor and cognitive functions, highlighting the beneficial effects of physical activity on cognitive functions.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Ksenija Sevcenko, Ingrid Lindgren
Summary: Virtual reality (VR) training has been shown to be beneficial for improving functional ability in stroke and Parkinson's disease (PD) patients. VR training can enhance motivation, participation, and improvement in rehabilitation programs, and is generally well accepted. Consideration of disease-specific factors is important in the implementation of VR interventions.
EUROPEAN REVIEW OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2022)
Review
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Pablo Campo-Prieto, Jose Maria Cancela, Gustavo Rodriguez-Fuentes
Summary: With the increase in life expectancy and aging-related health issues, active aging strategies based on physical exercise therapy and the use of virtual reality technology for therapy are becoming research hotspots. The use of IVR for physical activity in older adults shows potential benefits, but research is still in the early stages.
Review
Clinical Neurology
Steven Truijen, Auwal Abdullahi, Danique Bijsterbosch, Eline van Zoest, Maaike Conijn, Yonglan Wang, Nele Struyf, Wim Saeys
Summary: This systematic review examines the effect of home-based virtual reality training and telerehabilitation on postural balance in individuals with central neurological disorders. The study finds that both virtual reality and telerehabilitation can be used as an extension of conventional therapy and have a positive impact on postural balance.
NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Florian Meinhart, Thomas Stuetz, Mahdi Sareban, Stefan Tino Kulnik, Josef Niebauer
Summary: The use of mobile technologies in cardiac rehabilitation can help improve exercise capacity for patients, but the effectiveness varies among different rehabilitation settings. Concentrated efforts from the rehabilitation staff are needed to ensure optimal usage and compliance with mTechs. While mTechs have the potential to be supplementary assistants for patients away from rehabilitation centers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is currently a lack of evidence supporting their ability to fill this gap.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jindrich Adolf, Jaromir Dolezal, Patrik Kutilek, Jan Hejda, Lenka Lhotska
Summary: In recent years, systems using common RGB cameras to capture human motion in real-time have been developed. This approach has the potential to be widely used for remote exercise evaluation at no additional cost. However, there has been limited research on detecting basic body parts under different conditions for rehabilitation in home environments.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Viorela Mihaela Ciortea, Irina Motoasca, Rodica Ana Ungur, Ileana Monica Borda, Alina Deniza Ciubean, Laszlo Irsay
Summary: The increasing number of stroke survivors has led to more complex demands in the rehabilitation field. Technological advancements in telerehabilitation provide a convenient solution for patients to exercise at home, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the challenge lies in improving patients' acceptance of this new method and enhancing their motivation and engagement during the program.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Vera Z. Perez, Juan C. Yepes, John F. Vargas, Juan C. Franco, Natalia Escobar, Leonardo Betancur, Juanita Sanchez, Manuel J. Betancur
Summary: Exogames is a virtual reality exercise game that has the potential to help landmine victims maintain motivation for rehabilitation. Health professionals and users recognized its potential, with research design and user evaluations showing its usability and appeal. Overall, Exogames is poised to serve as a virtual reality tool for the physical and emotional rehabilitation of landmine victims.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Francesco Iodice, Michele Romoli, Bruno Giometto, Marinella Clerico, Gioacchino Tedeschi, Simona Bonavita, Letizia Leocani, Luigi Lavorgna
Summary: The pandemic has highlighted the importance of digital tools in stroke care, with potential benefits in the acute phase, rehabilitation, and remote patient monitoring. This may lead to accelerated digitalization of stroke care on a larger scale in the future.
NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)