The VSimulators team are pleased to support the second phase of testing for gaitQ, an innovative cueing system designed to enhance walking and overall quality […]
Category: Healthcare
Using Non-immersive Gamified Exercises on Chronic Pain in People With Stroke
VSimulators is supporting a study exploring the short-term effects of non-immersive gamified exercises on chronic stroke pain. The project, funded by the UKRI Chronic Pain […]
Use of a passive exoskeleton to assist in muscle testing for balance control
The VSimulators team is pleased to support University of Exeter PhD student Ruth in her project using a passive exoskeleton to assist in ankle muscle […]
Project to study postural responses to challenging situations in immersive environments
VSimulators is about to start a cutting-edge project in collaboration with Translational Research Fellow Sonia from the NIHR Exeter Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Mind the […]
VSimulators team train in use of medical technology to support groundbreaking research
VSimulators’ technical staff have attended a training course in Berlin to acquire new skills and knowledge in medical technology. James Bassitt, Senior Experimental Officer and […]
Mind The Gap: Steps towards precision rehabilitation in chronic pain
Researchers in the University’s department of Sport & Health Sciences are using VR technology to understand the neurobiological mechanisms of chronic pain to develop effective […]
Wearable device aims to transform mobility in Parkinson’s
A pioneering partnership is developing the use of wearable devices to transform mobility for people with Parkinson’s – unlocking the potential for greater independence and […]
VSimulators featured in ITV Westcountry report on research using wearable tech to help people with Parkinson’s
The VSimulators facility at Exeter Science Park was featured in an ITV Westcountry news segment about research with the University of Exeter’s Medical School using […]
Former BBC journalist participates in Parkinson’s study using VSimulators
Journalist and former BBC News Technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones visited VSimulators, the University’s multi-disciplinary research facility at Exeter Science Park to participate in a study […]
Motion sensitivity research could benefit people with inner ear condition
Research into motion sensitivity could lead to improved rehabilitation programmes and an improvement in building designs for people with a rare inner ear condition that […]