Virtual reality exercises for improving walking problems
This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can help people with walking problems caused by neurological conditions. It might help you walk more evenly and improve your gait.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with a neurological condition that causes you to walk unevenly or with an asymmetrical gait.
- You are willing to participate in the study and follow the rehabilitation recommendations.
- You do not have active rheumatic diseases, cancer, advanced diabetes, or cardiovascular problems that could make rehabilitation unsafe.
- You do not have epilepsy, motion sickness, dizziness, or nausea that would make virtual reality uncomfortable or unsafe.
- You have not had any lower limb injuries or surgeries in the past 6 months.
- You do not have severe mental disorders that would make it hard to understand the instructions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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