Immersive Virtual Reality for Neuropathic Pain

Management of Pain in Limb Neuropathic Conditions Through Immersive Virtual Reality

Investigating how neuropathic limb pain, including phantom limb pain or complex regional pain syndrome, is affected by virtual reality. While several studies have looked into virtual reality for treating this type of pain, few have used the latest immersive virtual reality hardware combined with motion control for an engaging virtual mirror therapy experience. The investigators are interested in studying the use of virtual reality as an alternative treatment option for these conditions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome or phantom limb pain in an upper or lower limb

Exclusion Criteria:

• Cognitive impairment leading to inability to make own medical decisions
• Complete inability to utilize leg or arm muscles that are needed for motion controller tracking
• History of seizures within the last year