ObjectiveTo observe the effect of core muscle training combined with virtual reality (VR) technology on lower limb balance ability of patients with cerebral apoplexy.

MethodsA total of 72 patients with cerebral apoplexy were randomly divided into core muscles training group and VR technology group, 36 cases in each group.The VR group adopted routine rehabilitation training combined with VR training, and the core muscle training group added core muscle training on the basis of the VR group.Berg balance scale (BBS), B-PHY balance function examination and training instrument, and activities of daily living (ADL) were used to assess the two groups before treatment, 4 weeks and 8 weeks after treatment.

ResultsAfter 4 weeks of treatment, BBS score, COP elliptical area and ADL score of patients in both groups were improved compared with those before treatment (P < 0.05).After 8 weeks of treatment, BBS scores and ADL scores of patients in both groups were significantly improved compared with those before and after 4 weeks of treatment (P < 0.05 to P < 0.01).Compared with the same group before treatment and after 4 weeks of treatment, the area of COP ellipse measured when the core muscle group opened and closed eyes was significantly improved (P < 0.05).In the same period, the BBS score, COP elliptical area and ADL score of the core muscle group were significantly better than those of the VR technology group (P < 0.05 to P < 0.01).

ConclusionsCore muscle training combined with VR technology can significantly improve the balance ability of patients with cerebral apoplexy, improve the quality of life, and is simple and easy to operate.