Feasibility and Safety of Virtual Reality as a Tool for Coordination Training in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Study

Authors

  • Rinshum Vyas
  • Deepak Lohar
  • Jafar Khan
  • Deepika Balala
  • Shubham Menria
  • Richa Hirendra Rai
  • Renuka Pal
  • Bhavini Gurjar
  • Shilpi Kapoor
  • Deepak Sharma

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Abstract

Background: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) impairs coordination and balance. Virtual Reality (VR) is emerging as a promising modality for enhancing motor learning through interactive and immersive training. This study investigates the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of VR in coordination training in patients with TBI.

Methods: Sixty patients with moderate TBI were randomly allocated to traditional rehabilitation (Group A) or VR-based coordination therapy (Group B) over 24 weeks. Four outcome measures—Barthel Index (BI), Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Functional Reach Test (FRT), and Five Times Sit to Stand Test (FTSST)—were evaluated. Comparative statistics were derived using paired and independent t-tests.

Results: VR therapy yielded superior improvements in coordination and balance outcomes, with no adverse effects. Group B achieved significantly better scores than Group A across all measures.

Conclusion: VR-based rehabilitation is a feasible, safe, and more effective alternative to traditional therapy for coordination training in TBI patients.

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2025-08-02

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Vyas R, Lohar D, Khan J, Balala D, Menria S, Rai RH, Pal R, Gurjar B, Kapoor S, Sharma D. Feasibility and Safety of Virtual Reality as a Tool for Coordination Training in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Pilot Study. J Neonatal Surg [Internet]. 2025Aug.2 [cited 2025Sep.21];14(2S):613-5. Available from: https://jneonatalsurg.com/index.php/jns/article/view/8691

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Vol. 14 No. 2S (2025): Journal of Neonatal Surgery

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