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Comparative Efficacy of Different Virtual Reality-Based Interventions for Static Balance, Dynamic Balance, and Fear of Falling in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis

Source: Frontiers - Health • Published: 05 Oct 2026, 00:00

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Frontiers - Health.

Virtual reality-based therapies for older adults’ balance and fear of falling are compared and ranked in a systematic review and network meta-analysis, helping readers judge which VR types are evaluated and why the comparisons matter.

Comparative Efficacy of Different Virtual Reality-Based Interventions for Static Balance, Dynamic Balance, and Fear of Falling in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Key Takeaways
  • Nineteen RCTs totaling 1,815 older adults were included in the network meta-analysis.
  • Kinect ranked highest for static balance improvements and for reducing fear of falling compared with usual care.
  • BTSNVR ranked best for improving dynamic balance, with Wii and Kinect also outperforming usual care.
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