Journal of Scientific and Technical Research
Volume 10, Issue 2
Virtual Reality Application in Neurological Rehabilitation
Author(s):
Khusboo Kumari and Sushanta K. Mandal
Abstract
In this paper a brief review of virtual reality application in neurological rehabilitation has been presented. A detailed discussion has been made how virtual reality is used to treat patients with neurological disorders. Two different types of virtual reality have been discussed. Virtual reality is a new clinical approach to treat patients by creating a virtual environment for simulation. Based on the study a number of research questions have been framed. Some conclusions have been drawn and future direction of research has been discussed.
Keywords:
Neurological rehabilitation, Neuroplasticity, Neuroscience, Tele-rehabilitation, Virtual reality