Virtual reality: Avatars against obesity
A collaborative project develops virtual reality methods to positively affect the body perception of obese patients.
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Augmented reality glasses as low vision aid
Researchers found that adapted augmented reality glasses can improve patients’ mobility by 50% and grasp performance by 70%.
AR allows researchers to see patients’ real-time pain
Researchers have developed a technology to help clinicians "see" and map patient pain in real-time, through special augmented reality glasses.
Augmented reality and 3D printing for surgery
Researchers are combining virtual reality, augmented reality and 3D printing in order to improve the planning and realization of surgeries.
Augmented reality makes for better surgeons
A PhD candidate in computer science has developed an augmented reality headset to help brain surgeons train for high-risk operations.
Autism: Google Glass helps kids improve socialization skills
Children with autism improved measurably on a test of socialization and learning when their therapy included an at-home intervention with Google Glass.
Eye surgery: Gaining insights through AR
Eye surgery is a delicate and precise process. A new simulation platform based on augmented reality allows surgeons to practice surgical procedures on a virtual model in three dimensions.
Seeing through a robot’s eyes helps those with motor impairments
An interface system that uses augmented reality technology could help individuals with profound motor impairments operate a humanoid robot to feed themselves.
Promising applications of mixed realities in medicine
At ECR 2019, researchers talked about the practical applications of mixed realities in medical education and training as well as preprocedural planning and visualization during a surgery.
New AR cellular with eye-tracking glasses unveiled
Ocutrx Vision Technologies, LLC, a manufacturer of augmented reality (AR) glasses, announced a new, state-of-the-art design for the company’s flagship Oculenz AR Wear glasses.
AR concept for minimally invasive therapies unveiled
Royal Philips unveiled a unique mixed reality concept developed together with Microsoft Corp. for the operating room of the future.
Rats in AR show how the brain determines location
A study found that the brain continually updates its orientation in the world from physical cues and landmarks.
Staying fit with Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO is a very popular augmented reality game and researchers revealed for the first time how the game positively impacted the physical activity in players over 40.
Surgeons use AR, robots to perform spinal surgery
Robots will perform spinal surgery with greater accuracy than humanly possible as part of a ground-breaking research project.
“Taiwan excellence” at MEDICA 2018
At MEDICA 2018, various taiwanese companies showcased a whole range of innovative medical technology such as virtual 3D anatomical models to robotic rehabilitation helpers and smart nappies.
Augmented reality to guide the blind
Augmented reality technology gives objects "voices," enabling a vision-impaired person to hear what is in their surroundings.
DigiPhobie: Treating arachnophobia with AR
Researchers are developing a digital therapy system that is designed to facilitate treatment of arachnophobia in the home environment and give sufferers a better sense of security.
AR may assist cardiologists perform complex procedures
AR offers a new platform to help physicians better visualize complex medical data, particularly before and during medical procedures.
Digital cadavers transform medical education
Seemingly out of science fiction, the virtual dissection table brings the future of gross anatomy and clinical science education to real life.
Microsoft HoloLens cleared for medical use
The OpenSight® Augmented Reality System is the first AR medical solution for Microsoft HoloLens cleared by the FDA .
Holographic images increase neurosurgeons performance
Researchers have developed a new technique of external ventricular drain insertion that involves the use of a mixed-reality holographic computer headset.
The ‘gamification’ of health: What motivates you?
Think of a game you enjoy playing, any game at all. Now imagine your boss said you were required to play this game for an hour every day. Would you still find it as fun?
Is there a treatment for phantom limb pain?
Phantom limb pain is a poorly understood phenomenon, but a new theory for the origin of the mysterious phenomenon points to a more effective treatment.
Caduceus: AR smart glasses enhance surgeon skills
Smart surgical glasses Caduceus use revolutionary technology that combines mixed reality with surgical navigation that allow surgeons to visualize a 3D model of a patient’s body during surgery in real time.
Augmented reality helps to save lives in war zones
Researchers use augmented reality tools to connect health care professionals in war zones, natural disasters and in rural areas with more experienced surgeons and physicians around the world.
Pokémon Go: A potential tool for mental health?
Playing Pokémon Go is associated with increases in physical activity and social behavior and an improved sense of well-being.
Augmented reality app may aid patients with Parkinson’s
Bioengineering students program smartphone to guide patients who ‘freeze’ while walking.
Augmented reality helps surgeons to ‘see through’ tissue
A series of procedures have shown how surgeons can use computer-generated augmented reality imaging while operating on patients undergoing reconstructive lower limb surgery.
AR lets doctors see under patients’ skin
Augmented reality system, called ProjectDR, lets clinicians see patients’ internal anatomy displayed right on the body.