Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 20, 2026

The Spatial Memory Game: Testing the Relationship Between Spatial Language, Object Knowledge, and Spatial Cognition
Published on: February 19, 2018
An Epiduroscopy Simulator Based on a Serious Game for Spatial Cognitive Training (EpiduroSIM): User-Centered Design
Junho Ko1, Jong Joo Lee2, Seong-Wook Jang1
1BioComputing Lab, Institute for Bio-Engineering Application Technology, Korea University of Technology and Education, Cheonan, Republic of Korea.
Background:
Performing high-level surgeries with endoscopy is challenging, and hence, an efficient surgical training method or system is required. Serious game-based simulators can provide a trainee-centered educational environment unlike traditional teacher-centered education environments since serious games provide a high level of interaction (feedback that induces learning).
Objective:
This study aimed to propose an epiduroscopy simulator, EpiduroSIM, based on a serious game for spatial cognitive training.
Methods:
EpiduroSIM was designed based on a serious game. For spatial cognitive training, the virtual environment of EpiduroSIM was modeled based on a cognitive map.
Results:
EpiduroSIM was developed considering user accessibility to provide various functions. The experiment for the validation of EpiduroSIM focused on psychological fidelity and repetitive training effects. The experiments were conducted by dividing 16 specialists into 2 groups of 8 surgeons. The group was divided into beginner and expert based on their epiduroscopy experience. The psychological fidelity of EpiduroSIM was confirmed through the training results of the expert group rather than the beginner group. In addition, the repetitive training effect of EpiduroSIM was confirmed by improving the training results in the beginner group.
Conclusions:
EpiduroSIM may be useful for training beginner surgeons in epiduroscopy.
Related Concept Videos
Dosage Regimens: Designs and Approaches
Lattice Centering and Coordination Number
Types of Unit Cells
Imagine taking a large number of identical...
Cognitive Dissonance
Group Design
Center of Gravity
Center of Gravity
To determine its location, the principle of moments can be utilized by dividing the object into...

