What Is Virtual Reality Rehabilitation?
Whether you're recovering from a sports injury or managing chronic pain, rehabilitation is crucial to recovery and regaining function. However, that doesn't mean rehabilitation can't get repetitive and boring. In fact, surveys have shown that as many as 70% of physical rehabilitation patients fail to complete their full course of care. At Q Factor Chiropractic, our team of experienced practitioners has incorporated cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) rehabilitation into our treatment program. With exciting challenges and fun games in a virtual environment, rehabilitation isn't just a set of repetitive motions – it is an engaging exercise for your mind as well, producing documented improvements to recovery results. If you're in the DFW area, contact our Mesquite, TX office today to learn more about the exciting new advancements in virtual reality rehabilitation. With virtual reality rehabilitation, you can explore a brave new world of recovery and may achieve more than you thought possible.
What are the benefits of VR Rehabilitation?
Our Mesquite, TX patients are drawn to Virtual Reality Rehabilitation for a number of novel benefits it offers patients, such as:
- Immersive experiences that provide sensory stimulation and immediate feedback
- A safe, controlled environment in which to trial real-life scenarios
- Individualized, highly adjustable programs for a variety of rehab needs and levels in your rehab journey
- Groundbreaking technology that allows for quicker, more realistic rehabilitation that addresses a wide variety of patient needs
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Am I a Good Candidate for Virtual Reality Rehabilitation?
If you require rehab from an injury or chronic pain, you may be a candidate for VR rehabilitation. This is an exciting new technology that puts a modern spin on traditional forms of physical and occupational therapy. It may be an especially desirable option if you currently find “analog” rehab therapies unfulfilling and are having trouble making progress with standard techniques alone. This type of rehab may not be the best option for your condition if you don’t want to wear a virtual reality headset, don't want a gamified experience, or feel that this technology might be overstimulating.
How Does VR Rehabilitation Work?
If you're unfamiliar with the recent advancements in virtual reality in the gaming world, VR rehabilitation works in very much the same way. The platform includes a headset that goes over your eyes, hand controllers, a tablet computer, and for some treatment programs, a supportive stand. You wear the headset and take up one controller or both, and through the headset, you're immersed in a virtual environment. In the virtual landscape, you will be given a set of tasks or games to play that will engage your body with a different set of motions. You may be a mighty bird soaring through the sky or popping balloons with a sword, but you're always engaging in effective physical therapy and rehabilitation. VR rehabilitation can treat:
- Upper extremities (arms, hands)
- Lower extremities (legs, feet)
- Core strength and control
- Cognition
- Wellbeing
Often, when used alone or paired with traditional rehabilitation, virtual reality rehabilitation can dramatically improve results. Your biofeedback and progress are monitored and tracked in real time to measure results.
VR physical therapy not only helps you stay interested and engaged; it allows you to do it in the comfort of your home. It also connects you with a licensed doctor of chiropractic medicine from anywhere on the planet for live 1-on-1 sessions via telerehabilitation. Each treatment session is custom-tailored for your specific needs to retrain neural pathways, increase function and mobility, increase neuroplasticity, reduce pain, and more.
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How do I know if I am a good candidate for virtual reality rehab?
Our team at Q Factor Chiropractic can access your specific rehabilitation needs and goals to determine if you may benefit from VR rehab. If you find it difficult to remain motivated to complete your rehab, virtual reality options may be better for you. Learn more by scheduling a consultation with us today!
How can virtual reality enhance my rehabilitation?
Virtual reality rehab can provide our team with more accurate data. This can help us to better track your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your rehabilitation plan. VR rehab may be a great option for helping you get the most out of your rehabilitation program.
What are the advantages of virtual reality rehab?
There are many advantages to VR rehabilitation, including that it can be:
- A lot more fun and interactive
- Beneficial not only for physical health but also for mental and emotional health
- Easily adapted for the patient's needs
- Accessed online for more convenient rehab
- More motivational for patients
Explore A New World Of Recovery
With virtual reality rehabilitation, you can explore a new world of recovery in an engaging and fun environment. At Q Factor Chiropractic, we offer VR rehabilitation for auto accidents, sports and work injuries, chronic pain, slips, falls, and more. Contact our Mesquite, TX facility today to speak with one of our team members to learn more about virtual reality rehabilitation and how it can help you achieve a higher level of recovery.
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