Using immersive nature trail experiences to distract patients undergoing toe-nail removal Virtual reality has been used in many areas to help patients deal with pain and anxiety related to clinical procedures. VR distraction therapy have been used successfully as adjunct to pharmacological interventions for burn victims, patients undergoing chemotherapy, venipuncture, paediatric phlebotomy and dental pain/fear… Continue reading Podiatry anxiety and pain distraction using VR
Gamified VR for teaching effective communication
Current literature and future investigations Evolution of VR HMDs is transforming immersive medical education and training at the Torbay Hospital At Torbay hospital, we use immersive solutions in three domains- patients, staff, and students. Years 4 and 5 medical students from Plymouth University and Exeter University are based at Torbay hospital. The focus of immersive… Continue reading VR Head-Mounted Devices for Medical Education
Sharing our approach to hygiene and infection control for VR, with a protocol for best practise.
How VR could be used as a tool to teach empathy
