VR AR solutions in medicine

Virtual and augmented reality technology

VR is a virtual reality that isolates the user from the real world, creating an immersive environment. In most cases, a special headset is used to completely cover the field of view.. Thanks to this, a person is immersed in virtuality. AR is augmented reality without separation from the environment. The technology adds virtual elements to the real world. VR in medicine is used in different areas:

1. Training of surgeons. Specialists can train on virtual models and simulate surgical interventions. The practice improves skills without risk for patients.

2. Simulation of surgeries. Virtual reality helps doctors safely perfect their skills in a controlled environment.

3. Treatment of respiratory diseases. The use of technology helps patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, tuberculosis, and pulmonary hypertension. 

4. Relief of physical and psychological symptoms of cancer, improvement of life.

5. Treatment of Alzheimer's disease. The use of virtual reality is based on the principle of neuroplasticity. Scientists and IT developers are working to create software that recreates previous experiences or stimulates positive emotions.

6. Rehabilitation and treatment of phobias. The technique is used in the practice of psychotherapy to treat anxiety disorders. Patients are gradually immersed in the environment that causes fear. 

Augmented reality helps during surgical interventions. It provides important information in the surgeon's field of vision. For example, displaying scan data on the patient's body. 

Development and application of VR and AR

The virtual reality system uses solutions that allow doctors to demonstrate the effect of drugs in 3D mode instead of reading long instructions. Laboratory workers have the opportunity to observe experiments using augmented reality equipment. Special devices guide pharmacists through step-by-step actions, allowing them to start working even without practical experience.

For the healthcare sector, AR technologies provide patients with a visualization of the results that will be achieved after treatment. This practice is especially relevant for aesthetic medicine, such as dentistry, plastic surgery, and dermatology. VR is also used to develop trainings for students and medical professionals.   

Virtual reality system

VR is based on the creation of a fully virtual world that is modeled by programs. For simulation, the following are used:

• headsets;

• motion tracking;

• controllers and interactivity;

• special costumes and accessories.

Augmented reality works by overlaying generated images in real time. Mobile device screens and special glasses are often used for this purpose. The technology involves position and orientation detection. Different methods are used for this purpose, such as GPS, gyroscopes, accelerometers. Interactivity allows users to interact with virtuality using touch screens, voice commands, gestures, and movements. In addition to special devices, developers plan to integrate virtual reality technology into everyday devices, smartphones, and tablets, making it more accessible. 

Prospects for virtual reality

The development and application of VR in medicine has unlimited potential. The applications of virtual reality are becoming more diverse every day. Over time, the technology can be adapted to the needs of private and public hospitals.In addition to the simulation of operations, the educational process, the treatment of psychological disorders, and pain diversion, the virtuality property can be used in diagnostics. This will help ease the burden on staff during complex operations. The development and application of VR in medicine contributes to the improvement of the healthcare industry and patient outcomes.