REHABILITATION EXERCISE

This study looked at whether adding breathing or back exercises to standard jaw muscle therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with jaw joint dysfunction. 63 adults with jaw joint problems were split into three groups: one did only jaw and neck exercises, another a…

This small study tested whether a short, high-intensity virtual reality boxing program is safe and doable for people with multiple sclerosis. Five participants used a VR headset for 10-minute sessions twice a week for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if it could improve movement, thi…

This study tested a 12-week exercise program using a smart rehabilitation system in 42 elderly residents of long-term care facilities who had sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The program aimed to improve muscle strength, joint movement, thinking skills, daily activities, qua…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) exercises to standard physical therapy helps people who recently had a stroke recover arm and hand function better. 52 adults with a first stroke and some remaining arm movement took part. The researchers measured arm function…

This small study tested whether adding lateral stepping exercises to an existing group exercise program is feasible for people with middle to late stage Parkinson's disease. Five participants tried the program twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers measured balance, fall risk, and…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) exercises could improve thinking skills and daily living activities in 36 adults who recently had a stroke. Participants did either VR-enhanced rehab or standard therapy. The goal was to see if VR could help with memory, attention, a…