Clinical Scorecard: Analysis of Trends and Research Hotspots in Virtual Reality Training for Gait Impairments in Parkinson's Disease: A Bibliometric Study Utilizing CiteSpace and VOSviewer

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• 80% of PD patients experience gait disturbances; over 50% develop Freezing of Gait (FOG)
• VR training shows significant improvement in gait speed, balance, and dual-task performance
• Research on VR for PD gait rehabilitation has grown significantly since 2015
• The United States leads in publication volume, while China shows limited international collaboration
• Emerging research focuses on wearable sensors, telerehabilitation, and deep learning

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• Assess gait disturbances in PD patients, including FOG

Management

• Implement VR training as a rehabilitation strategy for gait impairments

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Evaluate improvements in gait speed, balance, and dual-task performance

Risks

• Monitor for falls and fractures associated with gait disturbances

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with Parkinson's Disease experiencing gait impairments

VR training can enhance engagement and customize rehabilitation protocols

Clinical Best Practices

• Utilize VR technology to create engaging rehabilitation environments
• Incorporate real-time feedback mechanisms in training
• Encourage multi-center collaboration for research and clinical application

Related Resources & Content

• Bibliometric analysis tools
• Virtual reality in PD rehabilitation