The Effects of Vibration Therapy on Activities of Daily Living After Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Activities of daily living (ADL) are critical for independence after stroke, yet many survivors remain functionally limited. Vibration therapy (VT), including whole-body and focal modalities, has been proposed as an adjunct to enhance recovery, but effects on ADL remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the overall effectiveness of VT on ADL and to identify moderating factors. Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Thirteen controlled trials (12 RCTs, 1 nRCT) involving VT in stroke were included. Standardized mean differences (Hedges' g) were synthesized using random-effects models. Meta-regression and subgroup analyses examined moderators such as session number, vibration parameters, stroke s

SUBMITTER: Seo JW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12608700 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature