Behavioral Health Business September 23, 2024
Virtual-reality technology is increasingly making its mark in health care, including in the autism therapy space.
Currently, some health care providers are using VR as a therapeutic tool for managing pain and anxiety with patients. Meanwhile, in the surgical setting, virtual reality is being used as a way for up-and-coming surgeons and students to practice complex procedures and surgeries in a risk-free environment.
And when it comes to caring for individuals with autism, some organizations have begun piloting VR as a way to do social skills training. Some in the industry also see applications for reducing sensory overload and more.
While there are use cases, VR in autism is certainly not mainstream, however. That could soon change, though, as larger,...