退伍军人正在使用VR疗法, 帮助退伍军人治疗慢性疼痛, The VA is using VR therapy in an 8-week program to help Veterans manage chronic pain and reduce medication use.

退伍军人事务部正在一个为期8周的方案中使用虚拟现实头盔,帮助退伍军人管理长达三个月的慢性疼痛。 The Department of Veterans Affairs is using virtual reality headsets in an 8-week program to help Veterans manage chronic pain lasting over three months. 这种治疗在选定的VA医疗中心提供,利用浸泡式互动环境转移对疼痛的注意力,促进放松,减少对药物的依赖。 The therapy, offered at select VA medical centers, uses immersive, interactive environments to distract from pain, promote relaxation, and reduce reliance on medication. 早期结果显示,一些参与者在疼痛程度、情绪和生活质量方面有所改善。 Early results show improvements in pain levels, mood, and quality of life for some participants. 该倡议是退伍军人协会扩大非类阿片疼痛管理选项和为退伍军人提供循证创新护理的努力的一部分。 The initiative is part of the VA’s effort to expand non-opioid pain management options and provide evidence-based, innovative care for Veterans.