| Title |
Exploring Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation: virtual reality-based action observation therapy in focus |
| Authors |
Gourrame, Khadija ; Haritopoulos, Michel ; Griškevičius, Julius |
| DOI |
10.18690/um.4.2023.46 |
| ISBN |
9789612867843 |
| eISBN |
9789612867836 |
| Full Text |
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| Is Part of |
ATHENA Research Book. Vol. 2.. Maribor : University of Maribor, 2023. p. 529-535.. ISBN 9789612867843. eISBN 9789612867836 |
| Keywords [eng] |
Parkinson’s disease ; rehabilitation ; virtual reality ; action observation training ; motor function ; cognitive function |
| Abstract [eng] |
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic and progressive neurological disorder that affects motor and cognitive function. Although pharmacological and surgical treatments can help manage symptoms, non-pharmacological interventions such as rehabilitation have gained attention as a means to improve motor function and quality of life for PD patients. Virtual Reality (VR) based Action Observation Training (AOT) is an innovative rehabilitation approach that combines VR technology and the observation of movements to enhance motor learning and cognitive function. This paper provides a focused review of the literature on VRAOT in PD rehabilitation. The article discusses the rationale and potential benefits of VR-AOT, including its ability to improve gait, balance, and upper limb function, as well as cognitive domains such as attention and executive function. Additionally, the challenges and limitations of VR-AOT are highlighted. The paper concludes by emphasizing the potential of VR-AOT as a promising and complementary therapy for PD rehabilitation, but also highlighting the need for continuing-research to establish its effectiveness and broader applicability. |
| Published |
Maribor : University of Maribor, 2023 |
| Type |
Journal article |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2023 |
| CC license |
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