Virtual and augmented reality applications to improve older adults' quality of life: A systematic mapping review and future directions.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The use of virtual reality and augmented reality to improve older adults' quality of life has rapidly increased in recent years. This systematic mapping review aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of existing research that identifies and classifies current virtual reality and augmented reality applications that enhance the quality of life of older adults to increase the understanding of the impact of these technologies.

Methods

To reach this objective, a systematic mapping review was conducted of the studies published between 2009 and 2020 in major scientific databases, such as IEEE Xplore, Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed. A total of 57 studies were analyzed and classified into four main quality of life domains: physical, cognitive, psychological, and socia

SUBMITTER: Baragash RS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9629585 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature