Virtual reality-based interventions enhance functional status, balance and muscle strength in patients with ankle instability: a systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ankle instability reduces functional status in athletes and overall population after orthopedic ankle injuries. Complementary to physical therapy approaches, virtual reality-based interventions (VRBI) that promote exercises in ludic and gamified environments, are being used in reducing ankle instability during ankle rehabilitation. The aim of this systematic review with meta-analysis was to assess the effectiveness of VRBI in improving ankle function status, postural balance and muscle strength in patients with ankle instability.

Evidence acquisition

A systematic review with meta-analysis, previously registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023460797) was conducted aligned with the PRISMA guidelines. Literature search was performed in PubMed Medline, SCOPUS, WOS, CINAHL and

SUBMITTER: Garcia-Sanchez M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12410587 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature