Last updated 2024-11-06T22:20:15Z

REAL System, y-Series

In November 2021, SoldierStrong donated Penumbra, Inc.'s REAL y-series, virtual reality (VR) devices that deliver immersive therapeutics designed to engage Veterans during their rehabilitation journey, supporting areas such as functional skills and cognition. As of October 2024, 18 VA medical facilities have received a donation of the REAL System, y-Series from SoldierStrong.

Origin:

November 2021, VHA Extended Reality (XR) Network

Adoptions:

17 successful

Overview

Problem

The conventional rehabilitation process is challenging and often lengthy and repetitive which adversely impacts a Veteran’s motivation. VR has emerged as a therapeutic tool to help transform the process, helping Veterans feel more engaged and yielding positive rehabilitation outcomes.

Solution

The VHA XR Network collaborated with SoldierStrong to provide VR devices to medical facilities that expressed interest in using VR to augment rehabilitation therapy. REAL System, y-Series activities support full body rehabilitation with a focus on strengthening, range of motion, and postural control for use with all rehabilitation Veterans. It also addresses ... The VHA XR Network collaborated with SoldierStrong to provide VR devices to medical facilities that expressed interest in using VR to augment rehabilitation therapy. REAL System, y-Series activities support full body rehabilitation with a focus on strengthening, range of motion, and postural control for use with all rehabilitation Veterans. It also addresses cognitive functions like visuospatial awareness and command-response. See more

Results

Through the collaboration between VHA XR Network and SoldierStrong, 18 VA medical facilities were provided unique therapy to improve patient outcomes when it comes to rehabilitation. REAL System, y-Series’ activities promote physical rehabilitation and cognitive function through a series of applications viewed by the user through the device's VR headsets. Ea ... Through the collaboration between VHA XR Network and SoldierStrong, 18 VA medical facilities were provided unique therapy to improve patient outcomes when it comes to rehabilitation. REAL System, y-Series’ activities promote physical rehabilitation and cognitive function through a series of applications viewed by the user through the device's VR headsets. Each application has multiple intensity levels focusing on range of motion, core and balance, and cognition. The system allows a therapist to supervise and customize activities, with data capturing data through the sensors as well. See more