Singapore, May 1 -- Virtual Reality stands as a beacon of innovation in rehabilitation as its applications extend from neurological to addressing upper-extremity injuries and diseases. Future developments in this area suggest that virtual reality may play a significant role in rehabilitation therapy.

In 2018, diseases affecting the musculoskeletal system became the leading cause of outpatient rehabilitation forcing 74 per cent of women and 67 per cent of men in Germany to seek rehabilitation for upper extremity issues. This statistic underscores the critical role of rehabilitation in restoring the quality of life for individuals facing injuries and diseases in this domain.

Rehabilitation includes inpatient or outpatient interventions an...