Sheba Medical Center Partners with 6Degrees for Advanced VR Therapy for Amputees
Out of the 13 million people around the world who have experienced traumatic amputations, nearly 80% deal with phantom limb pain, a persistent and challenging condition that complicates recovery.
To address this pressing issue, Sheba Medical Center is taking a major step forward by partnering with 6Degrees to implement advanced VR therapy through the MyMove system.
This innovative approach combines interactive virtual reality with specialized technology to better manage pain and speed up recovery. By using this advanced technology in its rehab programs, Sheba aims to offer amputees a more effective and engaging way to find relief and recovery, setting a new standard in care.
6Degrees’ MyMove: Game-Changing VR Therapy for Amputees
The MyMove system from 6Degrees offers a fresh, dynamic approach to addressing the challenges the amputees face. By combining virtual reality with specialized technology, MyMove transforms rehabilitation into an immersive and interactive experience.
MyMove allows amputees to interact with virtual environments, like soccer games and music activities, which helps them manage phantom limb pain and improve mobility. The system’s advanced technology provides real-time feedback on movement and progress, making therapy more interactive and customizable to individual needs.
Patients can now experience a more immersive and motivating rehabilitation journey, integrating seamlessly with Sheba’s existing programs.
Benefits of the MyMove Therapy
The integration of Paradigm’s state-of-the-art platform with Sheba and ARC’s expertise will dramatically increase trial capacity and operational efficiency. Sheba’s renowned Riva Koschitzky Oncology Clinical Research Unit, already a preferred partner for global pharmaceutical companies, will contribute to broadening Sheba’s clinical trial capabilities and help establish a network of trials across its affiliated clinics in Israel.
Benefits for Patients and Operational Efficiency
The MyMove therapy offers several key benefits for both amputees and therapists:
- Improved Patient Engagement: Encourages active participation in therapy through interactive and engaging activities, potentially leading to better outcomes.
- Real-Time Feedback: Provides detailed real-time data on patient movement and progress, allowing for personalized adjustments to therapy.
- Increased Efficiency: Reduces the need for constant one-on-one sessions, allowing therapists to manage more patients effectively.
- Seamless Integration: Easily integrates into existing rehabilitation protocols, ensuring a smooth workflow and better alignment with current practices.
Inside the Minds Driving Sheba and 6Degrees’ VR Therapy Project
The collaboration between Sheba Medical Center and 6Degrees is driven by a shared vision to improve the lives of amputees facing the daily challenges of phantom limb pain.
Prof. Israel Dudkiewicz, spearheading the project at 6Degrees, brings his wealth of expertise in pioneering technological advancements to the table. His unwavering dedication to enhancing patient care through state-of-the-art solutions is unmistakably reflected in the MyMove VR system.
Dr. Avi Avitan and the physical therapy team at Sheba Medical Center are working closely with 6Degrees to integrate MyMove into their existing rehabilitation programs. Their goal is to create a seamless experience that maximizes the benefits of VR therapy for amputees.
Together, they’re creating a new path in rehabilitation, focusing on both technological innovation and compassionate care to support patients on their journey to recovery.
Bright Future for Amputee Care
Following the events of October 7th, many individuals have severe limb injuries, with 2,300 new cases requiring specialized treatment. Sheba Medical Center, in partnership with 6Degrees, is using MyMove VR therapy to address these urgent needs.
By combining virtual reality games with a special strap to encourage movement and improve recovery, this method helps reduce pain, reliance on medication, and the need for frequent physical therapy.
Initial feedback from veterans at Sheba has been positive. Patients are finding relief and expressing gratitude for the support.
With MyMove, Sheba and 6Deegrees are setting a new standard in care, bringing effective and engaging rehabilitation to those who need it most.
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