Rehab Reimagined Blogs & Research

Rehab Reimagined Blogs & Research

The Future of Physical Therapy: How Virtual Reality and Gamification Are Revolutionizing Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, XR, Immersive Rehab, Occupational Therapy, Patient Engagement, Gamification Emily Daviss PT, DPT Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, XR, Immersive Rehab, Occupational Therapy, Patient Engagement, Gamification Emily Daviss PT, DPT

The Future of Physical Therapy: How Virtual Reality and Gamification Are Revolutionizing Rehabilitation

A recent systematic review by Calderone et al. (2025) found that VR and gamification significantly enhance rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with neuromuscular diseases (NMDs) by improving motivation, engagement, and adherence to therapy. As more clinicians recognize the importance of patient engagement, the use of immersive technologies in therapy is growing, transforming how rehabilitation is delivered.

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Virtual Reality in TBI Rehabilitation: A Neuro Rehab PT’s Perspective
Brain Injury Awareness Month, TBI, Immersive Rehab, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, VR, XR, Rehabilitation Emily Daviss PT, DPT Brain Injury Awareness Month, TBI, Immersive Rehab, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, VR, XR, Rehabilitation Emily Daviss PT, DPT

Virtual Reality in TBI Rehabilitation: A Neuro Rehab PT’s Perspective

March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about brain injuries and advancing research and treatment approaches that help patients recover. As a neuro rehab physical therapist, I’ve worked closely with TBI patients and have seen firsthand the challenges they face in regaining independence. Rehabilitation is never one-dimensional—it requires an integrated approach that addresses motor recovery, cognitive function, and balance control all at once.

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Virtual Reality in Pain Management: A Breakthrough for Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Virtual Reality, Pain Management, Healthcare, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pain Distraction, Patient Engagement Emily Daviss PT, DPT Virtual Reality, Pain Management, Healthcare, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pain Distraction, Patient Engagement Emily Daviss PT, DPT

Virtual Reality in Pain Management: A Breakthrough for Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

In recent years, Virtual Reality (VR) has emerged as an innovative tool in healthcare, particularly in pain management for musculoskeletal disorders. As a healthcare professional, I have witnessed firsthand how VR can significantly reduce pain levels, enhance rehabilitation participation, and even eliminate the need for pain medication in some cases. Recent research supports these observations, highlighting VR’s effectiveness as a non-invasive, drug-free alternative to traditional pain relief methods.

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