“Advancing Rehabilitation: Current Concept, Limitation and Future Trends of Brain Gym in Rehabilitation –A Scoping Review”
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Abstract
Background:
Brain Gym is a set of movement-based exercises designed to enhance cognitive functions. It is increasingly being incorporated into rehabilitation strategies.
Objectives:
To evaluate current concepts, limitations, and future trends of Brain Gym in rehabilitation.
Methods:
This scoping review included studies from 2013–2023 obtained from PubMed, EBSCO Host, and Google Scholar, focusing on randomized control trials and cohort studies in English.
Results:
Out of 69 initially identified studies, 19 met inclusion criteria. The reviewed literature suggests that Brain Gym exercises contribute to improved cognitive function, sleep quality, reduced dementia, and enhanced academic performance.
Conclusions:
Brain Gym appears promising in rehabilitation, especially for cognitive enhancement, but more standardized and evidence-based research is needed to support its clinical application.
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