Virtual reality and health

Abstract

The use of the virtual world is becoming increasingly widespread due to technological advancements and the current generation's greater interest in technology. Virtual reality, one of the innovative technologies of the 21st century, involves the use of computer technology to create an interactive three-dimensional world that gives the user a sense of spatial presence. In individuals with hemodialysis, spinal cord injuries, early-onset cerebral palsy, and cognitive decline, virtual reality-based exercise has been observed to have the potential to create positive effects on the individual's physiological, psychological, and rehabilitation outcomes when compared to traditional exercise. Although the literature suggests that virtual reality is important in both the educational field and in reducing various symptoms, there is a need for well-designed, blinded, and large-sample randomized controlled trials to demonstrate its effectiveness.