Using immersive virtual reality to decrease pain and distress in patients in complex continuing care
Affiliate Investigator, Bruyère Research Institute Many patients in complex continuing care (CCC) experience pain, either chronic or episodic (for example, during wound dressing changes). The objective of Lisa’s project is to assess the impact of Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) on pain and distress in patients living in CCC. Up to 50 patients will receive IVR…
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Raheleh will design and evaluate a virtual reality at-home intervention that facilitates communication between the person with dementia and their family caregivers, improving interpersonal relationships and well-being.
Read MorePresenting patient stories as virtual reality experiences
Seema is interested in understanding patient stories and how they live online. She wanted to use her fellowship to increase the influence of patients’ stories.
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