Efficacy of virtual reality exercise in knee osteoarthritis rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to investigate the effects of virtual reality (VR) exercise compared to traditional rehabilitation on pain, function, and muscle strength in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Additionally, the study explores the mechanisms by which VR exercise contributes to the rehabilitation of KOA patients.

Methods

We systematically searched PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Embase, Web of Science, Scopus, and PEDro according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Our search spanned from the library construction to 24 May 2024, focusing on randomized controlled trials Primary outcomes included pain, Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), and

SUBMITTER: Wei W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11220424 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature