THE ROLE OF VIRTUAL REALITY IN NEURODEGENERATIVE DISEASE MANAGEMENT: ASSESSING COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE AND PROMOTING DAILY FUNCTIONING
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Keywords
Virtual Reality, Intervention Cognitive, Cognitive Training, Alzheimer's Disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment
Abstract
Introduction: Virtual reality (VR) has revolutionized the assessment and training of cognitive abilities by providing simulated environments mirroring daily life situations. This research paper discusses the potential of VR in enhancing cognitive performance, particularly in patients with neurodegenerative diseases or who are at risk.
Methods: Studies evaluating cognitive interventions in VR for patients with neurodegenerative diseases or at risk were reviewed. The focus was on assessing cognitive performance improvements and exploring the role of presence and immersion in modulating training effects.
Results: Research indicates that VR interventions enhance cognitive performance in patients with neurodegenerative diseases or at risk. The feeling of presence and immersion significantly influence the effectiveness of training. However, translating these effects into functional benefits in patients' daily lives remains challenging.
Discussion: One of the significant challenges is translating the cognitive benefits gained from VR training into meaningful improvements in daily functioning. VR can potentially promote and measure the transfer of mental benefits by simulating activities close to everyday life. Future development prospects include leveraging neuroimaging tools to enhance cognitive interventions in VR.
Conclusion: Virtual reality presents promising opportunities for improving cognitive abilities in patients with neurodegenerative diseases or who are at risk. However, further research and development requires addressing the challenge of translating training effects into functional benefits. Integration of neuroimaging tools can advance cognitive interventions in VR, paving the way for more effective therapeutic approaches.
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Khalida Unar
Assistant Professor, Institute of Microbiology, Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, Sindh, Pakistan,
Amrita kumari
Resident Medical Officer Internal Medicine Ziauddin Medical College Karachi
Aiman Aamur
Department of Zoology, government College University, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan,
Dr. Muhammad Saad Khan
Medical Officer, Emergency Department, Yangtze Medical University, Chin,
Dr. Samreen Jogiyat
Department of Neurology, Mansoura University, United States,
Sohail Dewain
Department of Neurology, Mansoura University, United States