Integrating Virtual Reality and Exergaming in Cognitive Rehabilitation of Patients With Parkinson Disease: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
Marotta, N., Calafiore, D., et al. (2022).
European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, 58(6), 818-826.
<div>This systematic review investigates the effects of virtual reality (VR) and exergaming on cognitive impairments in individuals with Parkinson's disease. This summary highlights conclusions within the scope of speech-language pathology.</div>
None declared
From database inception to February 14, 2022
Randomized controlled trials with two groups (i.e., study group and control group)
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<div>Five studies investigating the effect of VR on cognitive function in individuals with Parkinson's disease reported improvements. The combination of VR and treadmill interventions demonstrated significant improvements in executive function and time for Trail Making test part B. Across studies, semi-immersive VR systems showed significant differences in global cognitive scores, attention and orientation, language fluency, and visual-spatial abilities. Semi-immersive VR also demonstrated significant differences in Mini-Mental State Examination outcomes and in Short-form 36 mental composite scores. The authors note uncertainty for the clinical significance of the effect of VR and indicate that additional high-quality research is warranted.</div>
