VR games show promise for stroke recovery in small trial
NCT ID NCT07475598
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) balance games to standard physical therapy helps people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side (hemiplegia). 43 patients were split into two groups: one got regular therapy plus VR balance exercises, the other got regular therapy alone. Researchers measured balance, walking, and quality of life before, right after, and 8 weeks later.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
virtual reality-based balance training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, supervised way to improve balance and walking after a stroke, possibly enhancing daily life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 43 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The VR group also got extra therapy time, making it unclear if VR itself caused any benefits.
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Locations
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Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, YENIMAHALLE, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)