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Designing and Implementing a Metaverse Strategy for Fall Prevention in Older Adults: A Theoretical Review.
Hongje Jang1, Sangcheol Bae1, John Yoo1
1Department of Physical Therapy, The Graduate School of Sahmyook University, Seoul 01795, Republic of Korea.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|October 29, 2025
Summary
The metaverse offers a novel educational approach for fall prevention in older adults, enhancing engagement and accessibility. This technology can bridge gaps in current interventions, improving health outcomes for seniors.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Health Informatics
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Traditional fall prevention education methods often fall short for older adults due to diverse needs and physical limitations.
- Existing online or in-person programs may lack engagement and accessibility for this demographic.
- There is a need for innovative educational strategies to effectively address fall risks in the elderly population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose metaverse technology as an effective educational tool for fall prevention in older adults.
- To systematically synthesize existing evidence on metaverse applications for senior fall prevention.
- To conceptualize the educational potential and future applications of the metaverse in this domain.
Main Methods:
- A theoretical review of publications from major databases (PubMed/MEDLINE, EBSCO, SciELO, Google Scholar) was conducted.
- Search terms included "metaverse," "falls," "older adults," "virtual reality," and "exercise."
- 52 relevant articles published between 2000-2025, plus one foundational pre-2000 study, were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Metaverse platforms, utilizing virtual avatars and immersive environments, show potential for enhanced accessibility, motivation, and social connection in fall prevention education.
- Applications include personalized training, virtual community centers, and gamified group exercises.
- Augmented and mixed reality may offer superior realism and usability over traditional virtual reality.
Conclusions:
- Metaverse technology presents a promising avenue to improve fall prevention education for older adults, overcoming limitations of traditional methods.
- Challenges such as digital literacy, device costs, and infrastructure need to be addressed for widespread adoption.
- This review provides a foundation for future clinical research and policy development in metaverse-based interventions for seniors.
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