Parkinson’s patients exploring VR

Virtual Reality System Being Tested That Might Detect Parkinson’s Disease

A collaborative effort between two Russian technology institutes may result in a virtual reality system that is able to detect and diagnose such neurodegenerative diseases as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and multiple sclerosis. According to the Virtual Reality Society, virtual reality systems would allow a healthcare provider to conduct diagnostic assessments without the need for more invasive, costly, or time-consuming tests. ….[READ]