ANA BELÉN CALVO VERA

Prof. Dr. ANA BELÉN CALVO VERA

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Academic Career Length

6Years (2021-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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RLRoberto Lopez-Andaur
Roberto Lopez-Andaur
EVEdgar Maximiliano Vásquez
Edgar Maximiliano Vásquez
LGLuisa Guerra-Labbé
Luisa Guerra-Labbé
JHJordan Hernandez-Martínez
Jordan Hernandez-Martínez
Pablo Valdés-BadillaPablo Valdés-Badilla
Pablo Valdés-Badilla
AVANA BELÉN CALVO VERA
ANA BELÉN CALVO VERA
Background/Objectives: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disorder affecting more than 2.8 million individuals worldwide and is commonly associated with cognitive deficits that compromise independence and quality of life. In recent years, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as an innovative rehabilitation strategy, offering immersive and engaging environments that promote neuroplasticity and enhance patient motivation. To evaluate the effectiveness of immersive and non-immersive VR-based interventions in improving cognitive performance among adults diagnosed with MS. Methods: A systematic review was conducted following the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions and PRISMA 2020 guidelines (PROSPERO registration: CRD420251103762). Comprehensive searches were carried out across seven international databases up to October 2025, including only randomized controlled trials assessing cognitive outcomes after VR-based rehabilitation programs. Results: From 1948 records screened, 13 studies comprising 649 participants met the inclusion criteria. Intervention durations ranged between 6 and 17 weeks, with sessions lasting 30–60 min. The interventions involved treadmill training with VR, exergaming, and cognitive stimulation protocols. Most studies demonstrated significant improvements in processing speed, visuospatial and verbal memory, and executive functioning (p < 0.05). Adherence rates were above 80%, and no serious adverse events were reported. Conclusions: VR-based rehabilitation appears to be a safe, feasible, and effective approach for enhancing cognitive abilities in individuals with MS, particularly in processing speed and visuospatial memory. Nonetheless, the heterogeneity of methodologies underscores the need for standardized intervention frameworks and large-scale multicenter randomized trials to establish optimal parameters and confirm sustained long-term benefits.

11 March 2024 in Sensors
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SSSara Santiago
Sara Santiago
AVANA BELÉN CALVO VERA
ANA BELÉN CALVO VERA
Beatriz María Bermejo-GilBeatriz María Bermejo-Gil
Beatriz María Bermejo-Gil
AMAna María Martín-Nogueras
Ana María Martín-Nogueras
Acquired Brain Injuries are one of the leading causes of mortality and disability worldwide. One of the most frequent sequelae is motor impairment of the upper limbs, which affects people’s functionality and quality of life. Following the discovery of mirror neurons, new techniques were developed based on the mechanisms of neuronal plasticity, such as motor imagery (MI) and action observation (AO). We propose a protocol using electromyographic recordings of forearm muscles in people who have suffered a stroke during an MI task and an AO task. Three different experimental conditions will be studied during the electromyographic recordings: control recording, recording during MI, and recording during AO. Understanding the muscle activation in each technique will allow us to develop future protocols and intervention plans, improving the quality of care for people who have suffered a stroke.

3 August 2021
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PLPedro Amalio Serrano López-Terradas
Pedro Amalio Serrano López-Terradas
TCTeresa Criado
Teresa Criado
VAVirginia Aranda
Virginia Aranda
NFNayra Fernández-Pinedo
Nayra Fernández-Pinedo
ARAndrea Riendas
Andrea Riendas
JAJosé Ignacio Calvo Arenillas
José Ignacio Calvo Arenillas