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Haptic interaction for needle insertion training in medical applications: The state-of-the-art
Cléber G Corrêa1, Fátima L S Nunes1, Edith Ranzini2
1School of Arts, Sciences and Humanities, University of São Paulo, 1000, Arlindo Béttio Avenue, 03.828-000 Ermelino Matarazzo, São Paulo-SP, Brazil; Escola Politécnica, University of São Paulo, 158, Trav. 3, Prof. Luciano Gualberto Avenue, 05.508-01, Butantã, São Paulo-SP, Brazil.
Medical Engineering & Physics
|November 25, 2018
Summary
Virtual reality simulations with haptic feedback enhance medical training for fine motor skills. Objective evaluation methods are needed to improve realism and user testing in virtual needle insertion training.
Area of Science:
- Medical Simulation
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Computer-based simulation and haptic devices are increasingly vital for medical procedure training.
- Developing fine motor skills through virtual simulations is a key area of focus.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a state-of-the-art review of virtual needle insertion training simulations utilizing haptic interaction.
- To identify current challenges, trends, and research opportunities in this field.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review methodology was employed to collect and analyze relevant documentation.
- A classification system was developed based on study characteristics: procedures, body regions, haptic feedback methods, devices, environments, and user validation.
Main Results:
- Virtual Reality (VR) and commercial haptic devices dominate current simulations.
- Objective evaluation of haptic interaction perception is identified as a promising research area, as most studies rely on subjective testing.
- Limitations in current devices and haptic feedback generation hinder the realistic representation of tissue and needle behavior.
Conclusions:
- Developing objective user validation methods is crucial for assessing the realism of virtual simulations.
- Further research is needed to overcome limitations in haptic technology and simulation realism for effective medical training.
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