Chapter 9: XR for Healthcare and Medicine – Surgery, Therapy & Training
Abstract: XR in healthcare enhances surgery, therapy, and training by using immersive virtual and augmented reality to create realistic simulations and provide real-time guidance . In surgery, it aids in pre-operative planning and can overlay patient data during procedures. For therapy, XR creates engaging, gamified exercises for rehabilitation that improve patient adherence. It also provides a safe, risk-free environment for training medical professionals to practice complex procedures and refine skills. Surgery Planning and guidance: XR allows surgeons to visualize patient-specific anatomy in 3D and overlay imaging data (X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans) during surgery. Surgical training: Enables the practice of complex and rare procedures in a risk-free, simulated environment. Remote mentorship: Facilitates remote training and guidance by allowing experts to oversee and assist in operations from afar. Therapy and rehabilitation Rehabilit...