Authors:
Javier Albusac
1
;
Diego Cordero
1
;
Mario Jiménez
1
;
Rubén Grande
1
;
Vanesa Herrera
1
;
Raquel Perales
2
;
M. Eugenia San Felix
2
and
Ana De Los Reyes
2
Affiliations:
1
School of Computer Science, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Paseo de la Universidad 4, 13071 Ciudad Real, Spain
;
2
Hospital Nacional de Parapléjios de Toledo, Carretera de la Peraleda s/n, 45004 Toledo, Spain
Keyword(s):
Virtual Reality, Wheelchair Simulator, Rehabilitation, Gamification, Spinal Cord Injury, Autonomous Learning.
Abstract:
Each year, thousands of people worldwide suffer injuries that limit their mobility, affecting not only their ability to walk but also, in many cases, the functionality of their upper limbs. These conditions represent a drastic life change for patients, who must undergo an initial process of learning and adaptation to their new circumstances. To address this challenge, we present VR-ADAPT, an innovative virtual reality-based platform designed to facilitate the transition to a more autonomous life. VR-ADAPT integrates an advanced simulator for learning to operate electric wheelchairs and digitized environments based on domestic and workplace settings. These environments are gamified through serious games, allowing users to practice and develop essential skills for confidently navigating their daily lives. Additionally, the platform includes a kinematic recording and analysis module that collects detailed data during exercises. This functionality provides clinical teams with a valuable
tool for objectively evaluating patients’ progress, enhancing the personalization and effectiveness of therapies.
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