Table III.
Studies reporting results about the role of vestibular rehabilitation.
Author | Sample numerosity | Age (years) | Type of rehabilitation | Results |
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Socher et al., 2012 38 | 12 | 35-86 | Five sessions of vestibular rehabilitation | Significant improvements in DHI scores for all aspects |
Gomes Patatas et al., 2009 39 | 22 | 16-87 | Two-three times daily for at least six weeks | All the DHI scores reduced significantly after vestibular rehabilitation; general improvements in the quality of life after customised vestibular rehabilitation |
Sulway et al., 2019 40 | - | - | - | Vestibular rehabilitation improves symptoms of imbalance, falls, fear of falling, oscillopsia, dizziness, vertigo, motion sensitivity and secondary symptoms such as nausea and anxiety |
Brito et al., 2021 41 | 113 | 60-88 | Immersive virtual reality-based sensorimotor rehabilitation, three times a week for 6 weeks | The immersive virtual reality-based sensorimotor rehabilitation is a useful tool in elderly patients, that can lead to a reduction of symptoms associated with mental disorders |
Abasi et al., 2022 42 | 11 | 65.16 (mean age) | Vestibular rehabilitation for 24 sessions (3 sessions per week) | Positive effects on oculomotor function and balance |
Zak et al., 2022 43 | - | - | - | Modern technologies (virtual reality) in frail patients may complement the traditional model of rehabilitation by enabling to return to the pre-frail stage, simultaneously enhancing both motor and cognitive function |
DHI: dizziness-handicap-inventory. |