Home-Based Virtual Reality Training for Enhanced Balance, Strength, and Mobility Among Older Adults With Frailty: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Frailty is a geriatric syndrome associated with increased risk of falls, hospitalization, and reduced quality of life. Traditional exercises may be unsuitable for older adults with frailty due to mobility issues and accessibility barriers. Virtual reality (VR) offers an engaging, home-based alternative by providing interactive training with real-time feedback. VR interventions have shown potential benefits for improving balance, strength, and mobility.

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of VR-based home training programs in improving balance, strength, and mobility among older adults with frailty and prefrailty.

Methods

A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science from inception

SUBMITTER: Alhasan H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12294645 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature