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Interactive Virtual Reality (iVR) Improves Psychological Well-being in Chronic Musculoskeletal Disorder: Meta -
Adilla Shafryantyo Purnomo1, Rahmad1, Athaya Febriantyo Purnomo2,3
1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Brawijaya, Saiful Anwar General Hospital, Malang, Indonesia.
Background:
Interactive virtual reality (iVR) has found extensive application as a treatment modality for individuals suffering from persistent musculoskeletal conditions. With the rising application of Interactive Virtual Reality (iVR) in treating chronic musculoskeletal disorders, it is essential to understand its efficacy concerning psychological relief and functional improvement.
Objective:
This study delves into the comparative benefits of iVR against conventional therapeutic methods and non-rehabilitation.
Methods:
A thorough search was performed in four electronic databases (PubMed, Cochrane CENTRAL, SCOPUS, and Web of Science) from January 2018 to December 2021. The study focused on randomized controlled trials that employed interactive virtual reality (iVR) in regards to psychological well-being effect in patients with chronic musculoskeletal disorders. Additionally, a subgroup analysis was conducted to compare the effects of nonimmersive and immersive iVR on the measured outcomes.
Results And Discussion:
Our study proves that non-immersive iVR showed a reduction in psychological distress compared to no rehabilitation, but no significant difference was observed between nonimmersive and immersive iVR. Although previous studies suggested that interactive virtual reality (iVR) could be a therapeutic option, this study particularly shown that non-immersive iVR can enhance psychological well-being.
Conclusions:
Nonimmersive iVR is suggested for improving psychological well-being, comparable to conventional rehabilitation.
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