A Comparative Study Between Virtual-Based Rehabilitation and Traditional Therapy for Improving Coordination in Traumatic Brain Injury Patients with Manual Muscle Testing Above Grade 3
Keywords:
Traumatic Brain Injury, Virtual Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Coordination, Manual Muscle TestingAbstract
Background: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) often disrupts coordination, impacting functional independence. Virtual-Based Rehabilitation (VBR) is emerging as a promising alternative to traditional therapies by enhancing patient motivation through immersive experiences.
Objective: To compare the efficacy of VBR and traditional physiotherapy in improving coordination among TBI patients with Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) scores above Grade 3.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial included 60 TBI patients aged 18–65 years, divided into two groups—Group A (Traditional Therapy, n=30) and Group B (VBR, n=30). Both groups received 45-minute sessions three times weekly over 6 months. Outcome measures included the Barthel Index (BI) and Berg Balance Scale (BBS). Data analysis used paired and unpaired t-tests with significance at p < 0.05.
Results: Both groups showed significant improvements in BI and BBS scores (p < 0.05). Group B showed marginally better gains, though not statistically significant compared to Group A.
Conclusion: Both rehabilitation methods significantly enhance coordination in TBI patients with MMT > Grade 3. VBR offers an engaging and potentially more motivating option for neurorehabilitation
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