Capriotti Alessandro, Moret Sarah, Del Bello Eleonora, Federici Ario, Lucertini Francesco
Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, 61029 Urbino, Italy.
Sensors (Basel). 2025 May 13;25(10):3080. doi: 10.3390/s25103080.
Immersive virtual reality (VR) technology has enhanced the field of physical rehabilitation by offering a novel approach to motor recovery and serving as an effective assessment tool. It enables the simulation of various actions, including activities of daily living, within immersive, safe, and controlled environments. Although numerous studies have examined the efficacy of immersive VR for upper limb motor recovery in patients with various conditions, this review aimed to summarize current evidence, highlight benefits and limitations, and provide directions for future research. The review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Studies involving individuals over 18 years old with stroke, Parkinson's disease, amputation, or fibromyalgia were included. The findings demonstrate improvements in strength, dexterity, range of motion, and coordination. Additional benefits included enhanced neuroplasticity and pain reduction. Immersive VR-based exercise sessions were often perceived as more enjoyable and engaging, and less complex, than conventional therapy. The technology proved to be safe, adaptable across age groups, and customizable. Furthermore, the integration of immersive VR into telerehabilitation programs improved accessibility for both patients and healthcare providers. However, not all populations may benefit equally from this method due to variability in disease severity and the presence of comorbidities.
沉浸式虚拟现实（VR）技术通过提供一种促进运动恢复的新方法并作为一种有效的评估工具，增强了物理康复领域。它能够在沉浸式、安全且可控的环境中模拟各种动作，包括日常生活活动。尽管众多研究已经探讨了沉浸式VR对患有各种病症的患者上肢运动恢复的疗效，但本综述旨在总结当前证据，突出其益处和局限性，并为未来研究提供方向。该综述遵循PRISMA指南进行。纳入了涉及18岁以上患有中风、帕金森病、截肢或纤维肌痛的个体的研究。研究结果表明，在力量、灵活性、活动范围和协调性方面有改善。其他益处包括增强神经可塑性和减轻疼痛。与传统疗法相比，基于沉浸式VR的锻炼课程通常被认为更有趣、更有吸引力且不那么复杂。事实证明，该技术是安全的，可跨年龄组适应且可定制。此外，将沉浸式VR整合到远程康复计划中提高了患者和医疗服务提供者的可及性。然而，由于疾病严重程度的差异和合并症的存在，并非所有人群都能同样受益于这种方法。
