Older Adults' Experiences and Perceptions of Immersive Virtual Reality: Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Immersive virtual reality (IVR) can be defined as a fully computer-generated environment shown on a head-mounted display. Existing research suggests that key features of IVR can assist older adults in their everyday lives, providing opportunities for health promotion and tackling social isolation and loneliness. There has been a surge in qualitative studies exploring older adults' experiences and perceptions of IVR. However, there has been no systematic synthesis of these studies to inform the design of new, more accessible IVR technologies.

Objective

This study aimed to systematically review and synthesize qualitative studies exploring older adults' experiences and perceptions of IVR.

Methods

A systematic review and thematic synthesis were conducted follow

SUBMITTER: Healy D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9768659 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature