Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the effects of exercise training based on Virtual Reality on fall prevention in the older adults. Methods: Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) regarding the effects of Virtual Reality for fall prevention in the elderly were collected in CNKI, Wanfang Data, VIP, CBM, PubMed, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library. Results: A total of 12 RCTs involving 542 older adults were included. The results of Meta-analysis showed that the gait and dynamic and static balance function of older adults in the virtual reality training group were significantly better than those in the traditional interventional group (P<0.05). However, no significant effects of such training on the muscle strength of the lower extremities and the fear of falls were found in the older adults (P>0.05). Conclusion: The Virtual Reality training can improve the gait and dynamic and static balance function of the older adults, and reduce their risk of fall. However, there are still controversies on improving lower limb muscle strength and reducing fear of falls in the older adults, which needs to be further verified by studies.

Key words: Virtual Reality; exercise training; fall; older adults; Meta-analysis