Virtual reality applications: Difference between revisions

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[[File:12909_2022_3150_Fig3_HTML.webp|center|thumb|499x499px|The virtual reality simulator from the 2022 study, depicting (from left to right) fixed point hemostasis, peg transfer, picking beams and colon resection]]

VR technology has emerged as a potential tool for medical training, particularly due to the shortage of skilled surgeons. By creating highly realistic and interactive virtual environments, VR simulations have potential to enhance surgical skills, improve patient safety, and reduce training costs. A 2020 study compared the performance of experienced and less experienced surgeons in a VR simulation for spine surgery. The results indicated that novice surgeons who underwent VR training were able to identify and correct errors more effectively than those who relied solely on traditional training methods.<ref>Luca Andrea; Giorgino, Riccardo; Gesualdo Loreto; Peretti, Giuseppe M; Belkhou, Anas; Banfi, Giuseppe; Grasso, Giovanni (2020-08). "Innovative Educational Pathways in Spine Surgery: Advanced Virtual Reality–Based Training". ''Spine Health Special Section''. '''140''': 674 -– 680. <nowiki>https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wneu.2020.04.102</nowiki>. ISSN 1878-8750</ref> VR simulations offer a potentially cost-effective and efficient training method. While traditional methods, such as cadaver labs and physical simulations, require significant resources, VR simulations can be accessed remotely and customized to individual needs.

=== Surgery, therapy and rehabilitation for patients ===