A Framework to Design Virtual Reality Mirror Therapy (VRMT) for Motor Rehabilitation in Post- Stroke Survivors: Dosage, Motivation, Task Difficulty, Feedback and Mechanism

We haven't even gotten protocols on basic mirror therapy done in the past 12 years, why are we working on something new? Who approved this abomination?

• mirror therapy (126 posts to October 2012)

 A Framework to Design Virtual Reality Mirror Therapy (VRMT) for Motor Rehabilitation in Post-Stroke Survivors: Dosage, Motivation, Task Difficulty, Feedback and Mechanism

Bethany Strong
Department of Psychology
University of South Wales
Pontypridd, Wales
bethany.strong@southwales.ac.uk
 

Ali Roula
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and
Science, University of South Wales
Pontypridd, Wales
ali.roula@southwales.ac.uk
 

Biao Zeng
Department of Psychology
University of South Wales
Pontypridd, Wales
biao.zeng@southwales.ac.uk
 

Liucheng Guo
Capital University of Physical Education
and Sports
Beijing, China
guoliucheng@cupes.edu.cn
 

Peter McCarthy
Faculty of Life Science and Education
University of South Wales
Pontypridd, Wales
peter.mccarthy@southwales.ac.uk

Abstract—

The primary goal of mirror therapy is to alleviate symptoms and improve motor function and perception. It involves using a mirror to create a visual illusion that the affected limb is moving regularly and painlessly. Mirror therapy is often used in conjunction with traditional physical and occupational therapy methods and has been studied for post-stroke rehabilitation. However, mirror therapy effectiveness can vary among individuals(It shouldn't if you had EXACT STROKE PROTOCOLS based upon the EXACT DAMAGE DIAGNOSIS!). Virtual reality mirror therapy (VRMT) is an advanced application of mirror therapy that utilises virtual reality technology to enhance rehabilitation. While traditional mirror therapy uses a physical mirror to create the illusion of movement in the affected limb, VR mirror therapy takes advantage of immersive digital environments to provide a more engaging and customizable experience. This approach is particularly beneficial for stroke rehabilitation. The paper summarises four key design factors: e dosage, motivation, task difficulty and sensory feedback. In addition, it indicates the potential role of mirror neurons in both mirror therapy and VRMT and highlights three areas for future VRMT studies