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Andrea Luca1, Riccardo Giorgino2,3
1Spine Unit III, IRCSS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy.
Journal of Orthopaedics
|August 9, 2023
Summary
Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) offer significant potential in spine surgery for assessment, training, and workflow. This paper reviews their applications, benefits, and challenges in the field.
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies have advanced significantly.
- These immersive technologies present novel opportunities within the medical domain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the utilization of AR and VR in spine surgery.
- To detail their applications, benefits, challenges, and future prospects.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of AR and VR applications in spine surgery.
- Analysis of current integration in clinical assessment, surgical workflow, and training.
Main Results:
- AR and VR show potential for improving daily activities in spine surgery.
- Key applications, benefits, and challenges are identified.
Conclusions:
- AR and VR integration holds promise for advancing spine surgery practices.
- Further research and development are expected to enhance their role.
