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A Situation-Specific Theory on the Use of Immersive Virtual Reality in Rehabilitation for Patients With Disabilities

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: A primary challenge impeding optimal health outcomes in patients with disabilities is the lack of rehabilitation adherence. Immersive virtual reality emerges as a promising intervention with the potential to significantly enhance this key health outcome. This paper presents a situation-specific theory that outlines the mechanisms through which immersive virtual reality can promote rehabilitation adherence. Outcomes of immersive virtual reality encompass psychological (ie, motivation, self-efficacy, mood state) as well as physical responses (ie, pain management, muscle strength). Mechanisms by which immersive virtual reality influences outcomes are explained by proximal and distal mediators (attention, sense of presence, enjoyment). Possible moderators of these mechanisms (ie, age, gender, social support, trust in technology, cognitive status) are also described.

Source: Holistic Nursing Practice

DOI: 10.1097/hnp.0000000000000718

Authors: Valentina Micheluzzi, Ercole Vellone, Paolo Iovino

Institutions: University of Rome Tor Vergata, Wroclaw Medical University, University of Florence, University of Sassari, Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria di Sassari

Language: English

Topic: Virtual Reality Applications and Impacts

Subfield: Human-Computer Interaction

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4405302149

FWCI: 3.524

Cites: 53

Cited by: 12

Related to: 10