| Content Provider | Springer Nature : BioMed Central |
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| Author | Alayidi, Badriah Al-Yahya, Emad McNally, Donal Morgan, Stephen P. |
| Abstract | Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) impairs balance control, affecting mobility and quality of life. Virtual reality (VR) offers a novel way to study balance mechanisms and potential rehabilitation. This review examines balance control in MS patients using VR, comparing responses in VR and non-VR settings with those of healthy controls. Methods This systematic review adhered to PRISMA guidelines. Comprehensive searches were conducted across databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, CINAHL, and ScienceDirect. Studies involving individuals with MS were analyzed to explore population characteristics and types of VR environments employed. Data extraction focused on participant demographics, clinical profiles, VR configurations, and reported outcomes. Results The potential value of VR training in this population was explored via systematic review. 23 studies highlighted the potential of VR environments to explore balance mechanisms in MS. Diverse VR types, ranging from immersive to semi-immersive systems, were used to assess postural control, functional balance outcomes, gait, and mobility. Despite variability in methodologies and reported outcomes, changes in functional measures such as gait and balance were frequently observed. This variability underscores the need for standardized protocols to enhance the comparability and application of VR in MS rehabilitation. Conclusion This systematic review highlights the variability in assessed balance response outcomes in PwMS. |
| Related Links | https://jneuroengrehab.biomedcentral.com/counter/pdf/10.1186/s12984-025-01612-0.pdf |
| Ending Page | 15 |
| Page Count | 15 |
| Starting Page | 1 |
| File Format | HTM / HTML |
| ISSN | 17430003 |
| DOI | 10.1186/s12984-025-01612-0 |
| Journal | Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation |
| Issue Number | 1 |
| Volume Number | 22 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | BioMed Central |
| Publisher Date | 2025-04-07 |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Neurosciences Neurology Rehabilitation Medicine Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering Balance control mechanisms Multiple sclerosis Postural balance Postural control Virtual reality |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Review |
| Subject | Health Informatics Rehabilitation |
| Journal Impact Factor | 5.2/2023 |
| 5-Year Journal Impact Factor | 5.6/2023 |
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