Feasibility and Efficacy of a Virtual Reality Game-Based Upper Extremity Motor Function Rehabilitation Therapy in Patients with Chronic Stroke: A Pilot Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Alicia Cuesta-Gómez¹  Isabel Mª Alguacil-Diego¹  Ángela Aguilera-Rubio²  Ana Mallo-López²  Alberto Jardón-Huete³  Edwin Daniel Oña-Simbaña³ 

[1] Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Rey Juan Carlos University, 28922 Madrid, Spain;International PhD School, Rey Juan Carlos University, 28008 Madrid, Spain;Robotics Lab, University Carlos III of Madrid, Leganés, 28911 Madrid, Spain;

关键词: stroke;    virtual reality;    upper extremity;    video games;    neurorehabilitation;   

DOI  :  10.3390/ijerph19063381

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Background: The objective of the present study was to develop a virtual reality protocol based on activities of daily living and conventional rehabilitation, using Leap Motion Controller to improve motor function in upper extremity rehabilitation in stroke patients. At the same time, the purpose was to explore its efficacy in the recovery of upper extremity motor function in chronic stroke survivors, and to determine feasibility, satisfaction and attendance rate; Methods: A prospective pilot experimental clinical trial was conducted. The outcome measures used were the grip strength, the Action Research Arm Test (ARAT), the Block and Box Test (BBT), the Short Form Health Survey-36 Questionnaire, a satisfaction questionnaire and attendance rate; Results: Our results showed statistically significant changes in the variables grip strength, BBT and ARAT as well as high levels of satisfaction and attendance; Conclusions: This virtual reality platform represents an effective tool in aspects of upper extremity functionality rehabilitation in patients with chronic stroke, demonstrating feasibility and high levels of attendance and satisfaction.

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