Virtual Reality

A Veteran diagnosed with multiple sclerosis stays active using virtual reality technology at Central Iowa VA.

Virtual reality therapy lets Veterans confront and manage traumas in a safe and controlled environment. It’s a path to recovery.

A collaboration between VA Immersive and Penumbra works to expand virtual reality and software to address critical Veteran needs.

A new pilot program uses virtual reality technology to immerse staff in realistic discharge scenarios to learn how to better serve their Veteran patients.

On December 15, VHA Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning (OHIL) hosted the first-ever Veteran eXpeRience.

Birmingham VA chosen as the first pilot site for virtual reality training specific to the hospital discharge process. Provides insight into the patient perspective.

Army Veteran Chad Stuart uses the new Neuro Rehab Virtual Reality XR therapy system. It’s part of a larger plan to better serve spinal cord injury disorder patients.

VA developed a new VR patient discharge app that builds empathy for Veterans and provides guidance on communication during hospital discharge.  

While many health care organizations are just beginning to explore virtual reality, augmented reality, and other immersive technology (collectively known as extended reality, or XR), VA is taking the lead in using XR to change how Veterans receive and access their health care.

Virtual reality therapy helps Veterans with PTSD and cognitive impairments improve relaxation techniques and range of motion

Innovation Revolutionary uses virtual reality to boost practitioners and Veterans’ morale, creating connection between patient and provider.

Developing and spreading XR health care tools for Veterans is actively being integrated into the fabric of VHA through the extended reality network.