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My professional recommendations for Meta Quest (VR) experiences for Pain managment
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items Virtual Reality has advanced in leaps and bounds in the last twenty years. Headsets are cheaper. Experiences are more immersive and fun. In my experience managing research studies allows people in the emergency room to use VR to reduce pain briefly, ... Research as shown (see situation below) the following results. VR efficacy in managing chronic pain: Virtual reality (VR) showed positive effects across 21 reviews, improving pain, anxiety, mental health, and function, though further evidence is needed. VR in chronic low back and neck pain: VR therapy shows promise in managing chronic spinal pain and improving disability, but its efficacy compared to other treatments remains unclear, warranting higher-quality studies. VR in pain relief during labor: VR effectively reduces pain and anxiety during labor, offering a non-invasive, cost-effective alternative with high patient satisfaction and no side effects. VR during painful procedures including wound care: VR interventions help reduce pain perception and emotional stress during procedures like wound care and burns by distracting patients and improving comfort. VR in phantom limb pain patients: VR surpasses mirror therapy by offering greater freedom of movement and adaptability, effectively reducing phantom limb pain even in patients with missing limbs. VR in pediatrics: VR distraction techniques significantly reduce pain and anxiety in children during medical procedures, making them a promising, user-friendly intervention despite the need for further research. VR during the perioperative period in pediatrics: VR reduces anxiety in pediatric patients pre-surgery and aids recovery post-surgery, enhancing the overall hospital experience without significantly affecting pain levels. VR in breast cancer: VR interventions alleviate anxiety, depression, pain, and cognitive challenges in breast cancer patients, with growing potential for broader integration into healthcare practices. AUTHOR=Viderman Dmitriy , Tapinova Karina , Dossov Mukhit , Seitenov Serik , Abdildin Yerkin G. TITLE=Virtual reality for pain management: an umbrella review JOURNAL=Frontiers in Medicine VOLUME=10 YEAR=2023 URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/m...
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I developed this collection using trial and error on patients in the emergency room
If your mobility is severly limited and you want a truly immersive experience this is your best bet.
International Space Station Tour VR on Oculus Rift - Meta Store
If your mobility is minimum to moderate and your the creative type this experience is perfect.
Open Brush - 3D Painting on Meta Quest | Quest VR Games
Also perfect for people with limited mobility. This works well if your stationary and can not move. The scenary is very immersive. The controls are simple enough for those who aren't familiar with video game mechanics.
Nature Treks VR on Meta Quest
Here we have the first game that requires a bit of mobility but is extremely immersive. If your comfortable with heights and can learn the fairly simple game mechanics of gripping and reaching for climbing holds you'll love this game. This can be pla...
The Climb 2
A truely fun and immersive shooting/dance game for the Oculus. You can play stationary or standing but I would recommend standing. The music and shooting objectives will put you in a rhythmic steady state of focus that truly makes one forget their ph...
Pistol Whip - Quest VR Games - Meta Store
Beyond mobility, beyond the limits of your physical body, are the mediations found in Tripp. A truly revolutionary virtual technology that provides guided meditations with dramatic and well developed visual ques. Imagine seeing your breath moving in ...
TRIPP: A New Way to Meditate
This is one of the most highly rated VR experiences currently on the market. The game mechanics of flawlessly fun and the story is gripping and wildly entertaining. This game requires mobility but can be played while sitting. The entire game will off...
Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners - Quest VR Games - Meta Store
If your experiencing pain and also extremely limited mobility, this Space station simulation is both immersive and simple.
Mission: ISS on Meta Quest | Quest VR Games - Meta Store