Simulated Environment for Virtual Reality Therapy
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The investigators believe that rehabilitation specialists will use community reintegration treatments more if a simulated environment is available.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is virtual reality therapy generally safe for humans?
How does the Simulated Environment for Virtual Reality Therapy differ from other treatments for PT and OT?
This treatment uses virtual reality (VR) to create interactive, simulated environments that are engaging and motivating, allowing patients to practice movements and tasks in a way that mimics real-world experiences. Unlike traditional therapies, VR can provide multimodal feedback and be adapted for remote or multi-user settings, offering a unique and flexible approach to rehabilitation.26789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Simulated Environment for Virtual Reality Therapy?
Research shows that virtual reality (VR) systems, like the Nintendo Wii, have been used effectively in physical therapy to improve balance in people with traumatic brain injury and to aid recovery after hip surgery. These studies suggest that VR can be a helpful tool in rehabilitation by making exercises more engaging and providing immediate feedback.210111213
Who Is on the Research Team?
Nasim Chowdhury, MD
Principal Investigator
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 who can walk a bit and read English. They must have used a simulated environment during their stay in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and be going home after rehab. People under 18, non-English readers, those not ambulatory for medical reasons, or with low cognitive scores are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo community reintegration training using a simulated environment during their inpatient rehabilitation stay
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for functional outcomes and patient satisfaction post-discharge
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- PT and OT
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Lead Sponsor
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Collaborator