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Virtual Reality as Analgesia: An Alternative Approach for Managing Chronic Pain

Virtual Reality as Analgesia: An Alternative Approach for Managing Chronic Pain

Mark Nazemi, Diane Gromala, Mehdi Karamnejad
Copyright: © 2014 |Volume: 5 |Issue: 2 |Pages: 12
ISSN: 1947-3117|EISSN: 1947-3125|EISBN13: 9781466653245|DOI: 10.4018/ijcicg.2014070105
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Nazemi, Mark, et al. "Virtual Reality as Analgesia: An Alternative Approach for Managing Chronic Pain." IJCICG vol.5, no.2 2014: pp.75-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijcicg.2014070105

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Nazemi, M., Gromala, D., & Karamnejad, M. (2014). Virtual Reality as Analgesia: An Alternative Approach for Managing Chronic Pain. International Journal of Creative Interfaces and Computer Graphics (IJCICG), 5(2), 75-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijcicg.2014070105

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Nazemi, Mark, Diane Gromala, and Mehdi Karamnejad. "Virtual Reality as Analgesia: An Alternative Approach for Managing Chronic Pain," International Journal of Creative Interfaces and Computer Graphics (IJCICG) 5, no.2: 75-86. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijcicg.2014070105

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Abstract

This paper introduces a multidisciplinary and interactive approach to self-management of chronic pain using Virtual Reality (VR). This approach is meant to reduce the reliance on heavy use of medication and provide a non-pharmacological method for pain management. In addition, the paper discusses additional technologies that deal with issues surrounding immersion, presence, and interface design that directly impact the quality of treatment patients can obtain through VR therapy. A set of guidelines are also included that signify the importance of using biofeedback and interactive sound design to help improve rehabilitation and meditation practices for pain reduction.

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