What is Virtual Reality? A healthcare-focused systematic review of definitions

Abbas, Jonathan R.; O'Connor, Alexander; Ganapathy, Eshu; Isba, Rachel; Payton, Antony; MgGrath, Brendan; Tolley, Neil; Bruce, Iain

doi:10.1016/j.hlpt.2023.100741

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“…This technology, described as a three‐dimensional (3D), computer‐generated platform that simulates real or imagined environments (Boyd & Koles, 2019; Manis & Choi, 2019), has evolved from a novel concept to a vital tool across various sectors. Its significance is further highlighted by Abbas et al (2023, p. 7), who note VR's application in “work, education, recreation, and health,” facilitated by interfaces that replicate 3D entities within virtual environments. The last decade has witnessed a surge in VR research and public interest, spurred by its growing applications in education, marketing, medicine, and engineering (Burke, 2018; Freina & Ott, 2015; Griffin et al, 2017; Pillai & Mathew, 2019; Wang et al, 2018).…”

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“…The scholarly discourse on adopting VR technology is multifaceted, reflecting a tension between its burgeoning potential and the challenges hindering its broader acceptance. On one hand, researchers like Abbas et al (2023) and Burke (2018) advocate for VR's transformative capabilities, highlighting its rapid growth and diverse applications in various sectors. Their research highlights VR's capacity to create immersive, interactive environments that can revolutionize learning experiences, enhance medical training, and offer novel entertainment experiences (Abbas et al, 2023; Burke, 2018).…”

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“…On one hand, researchers like Abbas et al (2023) and Burke (2018) advocate for VR's transformative capabilities, highlighting its rapid growth and diverse applications in various sectors. Their research highlights VR's capacity to create immersive, interactive environments that can revolutionize learning experiences, enhance medical training, and offer novel entertainment experiences (Abbas et al, 2023; Burke, 2018). On the other hand, a significant counterpoint in the literature centers on the challenges of VR adoption, particularly the digital divide.…”

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Virtual reality: A review and a new framework for integrated adoption

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Aversa,

Lee

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Int J Consumer Studies

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Scholarly research on virtual reality (VR) is characterized by a dynamic tension between VR's potential and the challenges impeding its adoption. Grounded in a mixed‐methods systematic review, this research examines the drivers influencing consumer VR adoption by rigorously combining qualitative and quantitative analyses of 158 scholarly articles ranging from 1996 to 2023. Based on an extensive analysis of VR adoption literature, we introduce the Virtual Reality Integrated Adoption Framework (VRIAF), which is the first mixed‐methods systematic review focusing exclusively on VR adoption. This empirically substantiated model integrates key determinants of VR adoption such as consumer attitudes, perceived enjoyment, ease of use, social influences, and previous user experiences. The research identifies four pivotal themes through qualitative exploration, further elucidated by quantitative meta‐analyses and weight analyses. These themes encompass the user experience in VR environments, the role of VR in construction and design, the immersive attributes of VR technologies, and the ongoing technological advancements influencing adoption patterns. This research contributes significantly to the theoretical understanding of VR adoption and provides practical insights for VR professionals. By delineating future research directions, the study bridges the gap between theoretical exploration and practical application, offering a valuable resource for both scholars and practitioners in the field of VR.

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“…4,5 Several of the co-authors (JA, NT, and IB) originally commented article have undertaken a systematic review of definitions seen in the medical literature around Virtual Reality (VR), another example of extended reality technology. 6 It was found that over 100 definitions for VR exist to date in the medical literature alone. 6 Similarly Fatehi F et al explored the definition of the term "digital health" and found significant heterogeneity with the offered descriptions of this emerging field.…”

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“…6 It was found that over 100 definitions for VR exist to date in the medical literature alone. 6 Similarly Fatehi F et al explored the definition of the term "digital health" and found significant heterogeneity with the offered descriptions of this emerging field. 7 Clearly we are seeing patterns emerge where novel technologies potentially outgrow the linguistics that underpin them.…”

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Feasibility of a virtual reality course on adult tracheostomy safety skills*

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Hatton

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Anaesthesia Reports

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SummaryThe National Tracheostomy Safety Project has run high‐quality, face‐to‐face skills courses since 2009. The aim of this project was to produce a virtual reality version of the established course and evaluate its impact on participant learning, and participant and faculty satisfaction. Healthcare staff and students were recruited and randomised to attend one of (1) a face‐to‐face traditional course (control); (2) a virtual reality course at a conference centre with on‐site technical support; (3) a fully remote virtual reality course; the virtual reality groups were combined for the analysis of learning outcomes and satisfaction. The primary outcome was the difference in pre/post‐course knowledge scores on a 30‐item questionnaire; secondary outcomes included knowledge retention, usability, comfort/side effects and participant performance in a simulated tracheostomy emergency. Thirty‐seven participants and 15 faculty participated in this study. There was no significant difference between mean pre/post‐course scores from the face‐to‐face (from 21.1 to 23.1; +2) and combined virtual reality (from 17.1 to 21.1; +4) groups, with both showing improvement (p = 0.21). The mean System Usability Scale score for virtual reality was 76.8 (SD 12.6), which is above average; the median Simulator Sickness Questionnaire score was 7.5 (IQR 3.7–22.4), indicating minimal symptoms. All participants resolved the primary clinical problem in the simulated emergency, but the virtual reality (VR) group was slower overall (mean difference 61.8 s, p = 0.003). This technical feasibility study demonstrated that there was no difference in participant knowledge immediately after and 4 weeks following face‐to‐face and virtual reality courses. Virtual reality offers an immersive experience that can be delivered remotely and offers potential benefits of reducing travel and venue costs for attendees, therefore increasing the flexibility of training opportunities.

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What is Virtual Reality? A healthcare-focused systematic review of definitions

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Virtual reality: A review and a new framework for integrated adoption

Virtual reality: A review and a new framework for integrated adoption

Reply to Comment: MR Enhanced Otolaryngology Case‐Based Learning—A Randomized Educational Study

Feasibility of a virtual reality course on adult tracheostomy safety skills*

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