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  • Rehabilitation Engineering
  • Virtual Reality Technology
  • Human-Computer Interaction

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  • Sense of presence (SoP) is crucial for effective virtual reality (VR)-based training.
  • Wheelchair simulators (WSs) utilize diverse perception and interaction devices to achieve varying levels of SoP.
  • The effectiveness of WSs is linked to the user's SoP.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a scoping review on the published research concerning SoP and the effectiveness of WSs.
  • To assess the current state of research in VR-based wheelchair simulation.
  • To identify gaps and future directions for optimizing WS technology and training.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive search of scientific and grey literature databases was performed.
  • Included studies described the development or application of wheelchair simulators.
  • Sixty-two articles detailing 29 distinct WSs were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • The review identified a growing body of research on SoP in WSs.
  • A significant heterogeneity was observed in technological solutions, training programs, and outcome measures.
  • Promising results were noted, but definitive conclusions were limited by this heterogeneity.

Conclusions:

  • Current research on WSs and SoP shows potential but lacks standardization.
  • The diversity in technology and outcomes prevents identifying optimal solutions for enhancing SoP and WS effectiveness.
  • Future research should prioritize controlled trials to establish best practices for WSs in clinical settings.