The convergence between Neurosurgery, VR and video games is paradigm shifting.
The initial focus for Virtual Reality in Neurosurgery has been pre-surgical planning. But, as this excellent NIH study demonstrates, there are many other use cases where VR shifts the neurosurgical paradigm.
Exciting new fields of study included:
– Augment Neuronavigation
– Diagnosis for Vascular Interventions
– Spine Deformity Correction
– Surgical Training
– Pain Management
– Neurosurgical Rehabilitation
Over 50% of these use cases will benefit greatly from delivery through deeply immersive media experiences where engagement factor, information rention and effectiveness of the therapeutic can be improved exponentially.
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