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Virtual Reality and Medicine

Challenges and Limitations of Virtual Reality in Medicine

Challenges and Limitations of Virtual Reality in Medicine

  • Cost is a major challenge for smaller medical facilities to invest in high-end VR headsets and software.
  • Specialized Training is needed for medical professionals to properly use and interpret virtual reality data.
  • Disorientation can occur due to the immersive nature of virtual reality, leading to motion sickness or other adverse effects.
  • Lack of Standardization across different VR platforms can make it difficult to share data across different facilities or incorporate data from different sources.
  • Privacy Concerns may arise as virtual reality technology becomes more advanced and potentially compromises patient privacy.
  • Cannot Replace Face-to-Face Interactions as virtual reality can only supplement, not replace, the human connection that is important in healthcare.
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