Publications by authors named "Yuqi Pu"
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- The systematic review investigated the measurement properties of the backward walk test, focusing on its reliability and validity in assessing balance and mobility deficits in various populations.
- A total of 14 studies with 853 participants were analyzed, revealing that the backward walk test has good reliability and moderate to good validity across different patient groups, including those with conditions like stroke and Parkinson's disease.
- The findings suggest that the test is a useful clinical tool for evaluating balance and mobility, but further research is needed to explore its effectiveness in predicting fall risk.
Objectives: This systematic review aimed to identify and synthesize evidence regarding measurement properties of upper extremity performance-based outcome measures performed in virtual reality or in telerehabilitation to inform clinical applications and research endeavors.
Methods: Five bibliographic databases, PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, APA PsycINFO, and Scopus, were searched on July 12, 2023. Studies assessing the measurement properties (reliability, validity, responsiveness) of upper extremity performance-based outcome measures in virtual reality and telerehabilitation were eligible for inclusion.
Background: Telerehabilitation provides an essential opportunity to deliver continuous rehabilitation services for stroke patients at home, especially amid a global pandemic. Virtual reality is a simulation technology that has shown promising outcomes in stroke rehabilitation. Combining telerehabilitation and virtual reality is an emerging and innovative approach that enriches the rehabilitation experience and potentially enhances functional recovery outcomes.
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