VIRTUAL REALITY

Apr 30 2025SPORTS

Virtual Reality in Sports: The Athlete's View

Virtual reality (VR) has been around for a while, but its use in sports is fairly new. It is important to understand how athletes see this technology. A recent study looked into how athletes use VR and the challenges they face. The study involved 14 athletes who had used VR headsets before. They were asked about their experiences and thoughts on VR. The conversa...

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Apr 29 2025HEALTH

Virtual Reality: A New Hope for Kids with Brain Injuries?

Virtual reality (VR) is a hot topic in many fields. It is used in rehabilitation and education. But, how does it help kids with traumatic brain injuries (TBI)? That is a question that still needs a lot of answers. Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are the experts who work with these kids. They have a lot to say about using VR in their work. A recent study asked the...

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Apr 27 2025SPORTS

The Future of Luge Training: Virtual Reality's Big Breakthrough

Luge is a thrilling sport. It is also dangerous. So, how can athletes train without risking their lives? Virtual reality (VR) might just be the answer. A recent project focused on creating a VR luge simulator. The goal was to make it as real as possible. This way, athletes can practice safely before hitting the ice. The project used something called photogrammetry. ...

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

How Tech Can Help You Face Your Fears

For many people, anxiety disorders are a daily struggle. These include panic disorder, agoraphobia, and social anxiety disorder. These conditions can make everyday situations feel overwhelming. But what if technology could offer a helping hand? It can, and it does. Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) is a new approach. It uses 360° videos to create a safe space...

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Apr 23 2025HEALTH

VR Breaks Beat Rest for Emergency Doctors

Emergency room doctors face a lot of stress during their long 24-hour shifts. So, researchers wanted to see if virtual reality (VR) could help reduce their anxiety levels. They conducted a study with 26 emergency medicine residents, all around 29 years old, with an equal number of men and women. The study was designed to compare the effects of a 10-minute rest break ...

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Virtual Reality: A New Hope for Parkinson's Patients?

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a tough condition that affects movement and balance. Many people with PD struggle with mobility. This is where virtual reality (VR) steps in. VR isn't just for gaming anymore. It's now being used to help people with PD improve their balance and movement. But how effective is it? That's the big question. There are two main types of VR syst...

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Stroke Recovery: Virtual Reality's Role in Boosting Mobility

Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide. After a stroke, many people struggle with mobility and daily tasks. Virtual reality (VR) is a new tool in stroke rehabilitation. It offers a fun, engaging way to practice movements and regain skills. VR uses computer-generated environments to create realistic scenarios. Patients interact with these scenarios to impro...

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Apr 14 2025HEALTH

Virtual Reality Helps Teens in Trouble

Virtual reality is not just for fun and games. It is also being used to help teens with behavior problems. One program, called Street Temptations, uses virtual reality to help teens think more clearly and want to change their behavior. This program is an extra help for teens who are already in trouble with the law. It focuses on helping teens understand how other peo...

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Apr 05 2025HEALTH

VR Pregnancy Support: A New Way to Prepare for Parenthood

Pregnancy is a big deal. It's a time filled with joy, anxiety, and a whole lot of questions. Now, there's a new way to get support during this journey. A company has teamed up with a popular pregnancy app to offer virtual reality programs. These programs are designed to help expecting parents feel more connected and supported. The idea is to provide a mix of curated...

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Apr 05 2025HEALTH

Nurses and Newborns: The Power of Virtual Training

The skin of newborns is very delicate. Problems with their skin can lead to serious health issues. This is why nurses in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) have a big job. They must check newborns' skin regularly. This helps spot and treat any problems early. But here is the tricky part: nurses need the right mindset to do this job well. They need to see the impor...

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