A systematic review of wearable biosensor usage in immersive virtual reality experiences

H Guillen-Sanz, D Checa, I Miguel-Alonso, A Bustillo - Virtual Reality, 2024 - Springer
Wearable biosensors are increasingly incorporated in immersive Virtual Reality (iVR)
applications. A trend that is attributed to the availability of better quality, less costly, and …

Are digital psychological interventions for psychological distress and quality of life in cancer patients effective? A systematic review and network meta-analysis

T Zhang, Z Ren, CE Wakefield, BPH Hui… - Clinical Psychology …, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Many cancer patients experience psychological distress and/or poor quality of
life during or after their cancer treatment, yet they face multiple barriers to accessing …

[HTML][HTML] Navigating the Metaverse: A New Virtual Tool with Promising Real Benefits for Breast Cancer Patients

WM Żydowicz, J Skokowski, L Marano… - Journal of Clinical …, 2024 - mdpi.com
Simple Summary This research explores how virtual worlds like the Metaverse can improve
breast cancer (BC) diagnosis and treatment. The authors aim to show how these virtual …

[HTML][HTML] The usefulness of virtual reality in symptom management during chemotherapy in lung cancer patients: A quasi-experimental study

L Mitello, F Marti, L Mauro, L Siano, A Pucci… - Journal of Clinical …, 2024 - mdpi.com
Background: Virtual reality (VR) emerges as a promising non-pharmacological intervention
for managing symptoms and providing distraction during chemotherapy. This study aims to …

Golden Breath: Feasibility and acceptability of a biofeedback-based virtual reality game on reducing children's needle-related pain and fear

İA Aydos, R Semerci, EH Savaş, A Gülersoy… - Journal of Pediatric …, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Needle procedures can cause pain and fear in children. Current literature
reports that biofeedback-based virtual reality applications may help alleviate children's pain …

Opportunities and challenges of virtual reality-based interventions for patients with breast cancer: a systematic review

AB Yazdipour, S Saeedi, H Bostan… - BMC Medical Informatics …, 2023 - Springer
Background Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed worldwide and
the second leading cause of death among women. Virtual reality (VR) has many …

Virtual reality combined with mind-body therapies for the management of pain: A scoping review

M Louras, A Vanhaudenhuyse, R Panda… - … Journal of Clinical …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
When used separately, virtual reality (VR) and mind-body therapies (MBTs) have the
potential to reduce pain across various acute and chronic conditions. While their …

The Effects of Virtual Reality Application on Pain Intensity, Anxiety Level and Patient Satisfaction in Patients Who Undergo Bronchoscopy: A Randomized Controlled …

A Sariköse, GB Turan - Pain Management Nursing, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Bronchoscopy is a medical procedure that allows imaging of the airways and
lungs. With the help of a light and camera at its tip, the bronchoscope device can enter the …

A biofeedback based virtual reality game for pediatric population (BioVirtualPed): a feasibility trial

EH Savaş, R Semerci, A Sayın, B Dinçer… - Seminars in Oncology …, 2024 - Elsevier
Objective This trial aims to assess the acceptability, feasibility, and safety of BioVirtualPed, a
biofeedback-based virtual reality (VR) game designed to reduce pain, anxiety, and fear in …

Effects of Virtual Reality on Pain, Anxiety, Patient Satisfaction in Coronary Angiography: A Randomized Trial

GB Turan, F Gür, Z Özer, Ç Tarkan - Pain Management Nursing, 2024 - Elsevier
Background Since patients are conscious during the coronary angiography procedure, they
may experience pain and anxiety regarding possible complications and an uncertain …