Virtual reality for stroke rehabilitation (Protocol)

Abstract

This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (Intervention). The objectives are as follows:

Primary objective

To determine the effectiveness of virtual reality compared with alternative or no intervention on:

upper limb function and activity;

gait and balance function and activity;

global motor function.

Secondary objective

To determine the effectiveness of virtual reality compared with alternative or no intervention on:

cognitive function;

activity limitation;

participation restriction and quality of life;

imaging studies;

adverse events.

Additionally, we aim to comment on the feasibility of virtual reality for use with stroke patients by reporting on patient eligibility criteria and recruitment.