Using virtual reality to teach pelvic floor anatomy
Impact of Virtual Reality Model for Pelvic Floor Anatomy on Users' Educational Level and Experience
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help students and professionals in physical therapy learn and remember pelvic floor anatomy better than traditional methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Giza) |
| Trial ID | NCT06765096 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a virtual reality (VR) model designed to teach pelvic floor anatomy to students and professionals in physical therapy. By creating an immersive and interactive learning environment, the VR model aims to enhance users' understanding and retention of complex anatomical structures. Participants will engage with the VR tool to explore and manipulate 3D models, which may improve their educational outcomes compared to traditional methods. The study will assess changes in educational level and user experience following the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate physical therapy students and professionals who can physically interact with a VR headset.
Not a fit: Patients lacking an anatomy background or those with prior extensive VR experience in anatomy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the educational experience and knowledge retention for students and professionals in physical therapy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that virtual reality can improve educational outcomes in anatomy, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Physical therapy undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students, as well as professionals. * Participants must be physically able to wear and interact with a VR headset Exclusion Criteria: * Lack of Anatomy Background. * Prior Extensive VR Experience in Anatomy. * Severe Motion Sickness or Visual Disorders.
Where this trial is running
Giza
- Cairo University — Giza, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Doaa A. Osman, PhD
- Email: Doaa.osman@cu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01115792245
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.