Technological Advances in Stroke Rehabilitation: Robotics and Virtual Reality.

Journal: Physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of North America
PMID: 38514225

Abstract

Robotic technology and virtual reality (VR) have been widely studied technologies in stroke rehabilitation over the last few decades. Both technologies have typically been considered as ways to enhance recovery through promoting intensive, repetitive, and engaging therapies. In this review, we present the current evidence from interventional clinical trials that employ either robotics, VR, or a combination of both modalities to facilitate post-stroke recovery. Broadly speaking, both technologies have demonstrated some success in improving post-stroke outcomes and complementing conventional therapy. However, more high-quality, randomized, multicenter trials are required to confirm our current understanding of their role in precision stroke recovery.

Authors

  • Deepthi Rajashekar
    Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
  • Alexa Boyer
    Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Schulich School of Engineering: Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
  • Kelly A Larkin-Kaiser
    Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Ablerta Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
  • Sean P Dukelow
    Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.

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