Use of a Virtual Reality Simulator for Tendon Repair Training: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Virtual reality (VR) simulators have become widespread tools for training medical students and residents in medical schools. Students using VR simulators are provided with a 3D human model to observe the details by using multiple senses and they can participate in an environment that is similar to reality.

Objective

The aim of this study was to promote a new approach consisting of a shared and independent study platform for medical orthopedic students, to compare traditional tendon repair training with VR simulation of tendon repair, and to evaluate future applications of VR simulation in the academic medical field.

Methods

In this study, 121 participants were randomly allocated to VR or control groups. The participants in the VR group studied the tendon re

SUBMITTER: Mok TN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8314161 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature