Efficacy of wearable devices for upper and lower limb rehabilitation in stroke patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials - Takeaways - MDSpire

Efficacy of wearable devices for upper and lower limb rehabilitation in stroke patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

  • By

  • Chang Liu

  • Baojian Wei

  • Xiaolei Wang

  • Ning Jiang

  • Yuzhen Xu

  • May 14, 2026

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    Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death globally, with significant challenges in rehabilitation and self-management for survivors.

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    Wearable devices, including activity trackers and smart devices, are emerging tools for enhancing rehabilitation and monitoring in stroke patients.

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    The systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of wearable devices in promoting rehabilitation for upper and lower limb function in stroke survivors.

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    Inclusion criteria for the review focused on randomized controlled trials involving stroke patients using wearable devices for rehabilitation and monitoring.

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    The study highlights the potential of wearable technology to improve stroke rehabilitation outcomes and support self-management in patients.

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Efficacy of wearable devices for upper and lower limb rehabilitation in stroke patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

  • by Chang Liu, Baojian Wei, Xiaolei Wang, Ning Jiang, Yuzhen Xu

  • May 14, 2026

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