Immersive Virtual Reality in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Its Efficacy in Upper Limb Recovery.

ABSTRACT: Background: Immersive virtual reality (imVR) has shown promise for upper limb stroke rehabilitation (ULSR). However, optimal implementation and treatment modalities remain unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate imVR's efficacy in ULSR and determine optimal treatment parameters. Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), comparing imVR to conventional rehabilitation (CR) in adult stroke patients, was conducted. Databases including, the Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed, were searched. Meta-regression further explored the relationship between intervention duration, frequency, and outcomes. Results: Twenty-three studies were included in the systematic review, representing 395 patients, with thirteen

SUBMITTER: Kenea CD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11943060 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature