Publications by authors named "Bianca Mosconi"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of robot-assisted training (RAT) for adults with Parkinson's disease through a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials.
- A total of 15 trials involving 629 participants were analyzed, revealing significant uncertainty regarding RAT's effectiveness compared to other treatments due to risks of bias and low participant numbers.
- The findings suggest that more rigorous and high-quality studies are essential to determine the true benefits and risks of RAT for Parkinson's disease patients.
This review investigated the effectiveness of robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) in improving gait and balance performance in adults with multiple sclerosis (MS). Databases and registers were searched from inception to December 2023 to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that analyzed the effects of RAGT on gait speed, function, balance, fatigue, and adverse events. Three reviewers screened studies for eligibility and extracted key information such as participants and intervention characteristics, as well as outcomes of interest.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder diagnosed by motor symptoms of bradykinesia, in combination with tremor, rigidity, or postural instability. Many studies document the effects of exercise-based interventions, but the benefit of different exercise types remains unclear.
Objective: To provide a commentary on the Cochrane Review by Ernst et al.