Virtual reality is used in the healthcare sector in various ways aiming to improve patient health outcomes. VR provides an illusion in a 3D environment, it uses using latest technology to reshape the virtual world in realistic ways.
In this blog, we will explore how VR enhances healthcare in the rehabilitation sector, the services we provide, the features of our VR in rehabilitation solution, the benefits of our VR in rehabilitation solution, the cost of VR for rehabilitation, and tech stacks for VR-based rehabilitation.
VR-Based Rehabilitation
VR enhances patient movement and exercise in ways that physical therapy cannot. A patient who is deeply inside the world of VR has less focus on the physical pain, which then allows him or her to do the exercises better and achieve the goals. Neurological impairments commonly affect lower limb motor functions, limiting participation in daily activities. These are usually very difficult to rehabilitate and take a long time to recover, often running into months. Traditional methods of rehabilitation are repetitive and thus somewhat demotivating for the patient. Moreover, it usually lacks objective data that should be tracked for progress. In contrast, VR offers a revolutionary way of thinking about rehabilitation. It provides a motivating and effective treatment process by engaging and making it more interactive, utilizing VR-based strategies to drive positive outcomes and improvements.
Services of VR in Rehabilitation We Provide
VR in Neurological Restoration: Our service helps patients restore postural balance and motor functions of patients, principally applied to recover from strokes and brain and spinal injuries.
VR in Physical Therapy: VR technology helps patients with limb injuries enhance mobility functions and muscle weakness by involving them in specially designed training exercises.
VR for Cognitive Rehabilitation: We develop a VR application to aid patients who are afflicted with ADHD or are at the initiation of dementia to enhance their memory, attention, and problem-solving capacity.
Features of our VR in Rehabilitation Solution
Patient Profile Storage:
Each patient maintains a personal profile that includes medical records, therapy programs and goals, session history, and progress scores.
Training Program Editing:
Adjust the duration and difficulty of rehabilitation exercises manually by a therapist or automatically based on real-time feedback on user progress.
Progress Tracking:
The system captures a patient’s actions through motion sensors, compares data with performance metrics, analyzes progress, and provides a detailed overview over time.
Positive Reinforcement:
Virtual reality sessions offer visual and audio cues and rewards, such as changing virtual object colors, unlocking level badges, and verbal encouragement to guide and motivate patients.
Two-Player Mode:
A therapist can participate in a VR session as a second avatar to demonstrate motions, or patients might train together or compete, increasing interest and optimizing the therapist's workload.
Telerehabilitation:
Patients use portable VR equipment for home exercises while being remotely monitored by a therapist, offering a cost-effective alternative to in-person therapy and improved access for those in remote areas.
Benefits of our VR in Rehabilitation Solution
Enhanced Patient Engagement:
Traditional treatment usually cannot keep the patient's interest sustained in the case of lengthy treatment sessions. Virtual reality in rehabilitation is a whole different experience, immersing patients in interactive environments where their motivation is boosted, and therapy becomes fun. Instead of being limited to monotonous exercises, patients engage in activities resembling games for enjoyment, thus remaining interested and dedicated.
Customized Rehabilitation Environments:
The needs of rehabilitation vary from one patient to another; hence, there need to be various kinds of therapy. This is where the use of virtual reality comes in—not only in providing an environment specific to the needs of a patient regarding their therapy but also in practicing daily tasks, like doing daily tasks in a virtual kitchen for those after strokes, while others on balance might walk through a virtual obstacle course. This aspect of tailoring raises the relevance and results for the therapy in question by developing patients' confidence and independence.
Real-Time Adaptability:
Envision a therapy session that dynamically adjusts to your performance in real-time. Advanced VR systems offer this capability by analyzing patient data continuously, modifying task difficulty, and delivering personalized feedback. This real-time adaptability ensures that therapy evolves with the patient's progress and needs.
Cost of VR for Rehabilitation
General Cost Factors
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Content creation, including the number of 3D models and the software needed for rendering.
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Number of user roles.
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Complexity and quantity of training programs.
Additional Cost Factors
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VR Hardware
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Development and integration with machine learning algorithms for performance assessment.
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VR testing, including clinical validation and usability testing.
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Optimization of the system.
Operational Costs
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Cloud services are determined by the volume of cloud resources required.
Tech Stacks for VR-Based Rehabilitation
3D Modeling
Maya
Autodesk 3ds Max
Substance Painter
Photoshop
VR Engine
Unreal Engine
Unity
CRYENGINE
Amazon Sumerian
Cloud Databases, Warehouses, and Storage
AWS
Amazon S3
Amazon Redshift
Amazon DynamoDB
Amazon DocumentDB
Amazon RDS
Amazon ElastiCache
AZURE
Azure Data Lake
Azure Blob Storage
Azure Cosmos DB
Azure SQL Database
Azure Synapse Analytics
Azure Kinect DK
Azure RTOS
GOOGLE CLOUD PLATFORM
Google Cloud SQL
Google Cloud Datastore
HMD
Oculus
Vive
Valve Index
Motion Sensors
Microsoft Kinect
Leap Motion
Myo
Why Choose Osiz for VR in Rehabilitation?
Osiz provides technology-driven solutions in the healthcare sector. Our VR in rehabilitation solution increases patient involvement, tailors rehabilitation settings, and promotes flexible treatments. We are designed to help healthcare organizations navigate the digital revolution and deliver truly exceptional patient care. As a leading VR Development Company, we provide a more advanced digital rehabilitation method as an alternative to traditional therapy, thus maximizing the effect of rehabilitation measures