This volume brings together 15 articles on the use of virtual reality-based robotic rehabilitation methods for disabled patients. An international group of researchers describes the rehabilitation requirements and legislation for disabled patients in the US, along with different rehabilitation methods; systems that integrate virtual reality and robots, such as a system with haptics and virtual reality and a system with virtual reality and mobile robots for the treatment of children with intellectual disability; those focusing on virtual reality, namely video games for the assessment of executive functions and unilateral spatial neglect, and more.
– ProtoView Reviews
The book has a good flow of contents, starting from more general and simple to more specific and complex topics. Contents are updated and represent the latest research trends in the field of rehabilitation through virtual reality and robotics. [...] Highly Recommended. This book is an important tool for computer scientists and clinicians involved in disability rehabilitation through virtual reality and robotics since its updated and focus on emerging topics in the field.
– Ana Lúcia Faria, Neuropsychologist, Madeira Interactive Technologies Institute, Portugal
I consider this book to be one of the most outstanding examples in discussing neurologic, neuropsychological and neurorehabilitation advances; one that will bring realistic improvements to this unique research field.
– Andreia Polido de Almeida, Neuropsychologist, Instituto Superior da Maia, Porto, Portugal
...Illustrates the advantages of virtual reality in the rehabilitation process, establishing the history and evolution of the virtual reality systems. Recommended for psychiatrists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists and neuropsychologists.
– Sara Silva, Psychologist, Centro de Reabilitação do Norte, Portugal
This title represents a good tool for professionals in the fields of engineering and other professions in the fields of robotics and virtual reality. Highly recommended for health professionals to understand how to use robotic systems and virtual reality in rehabilitation such as physical rehabilitation and neuropsychological rehabilitation. Students with interest in the field of engineering, robotics, informatics, programmers and other fields related to virtual reality and robotics may have interest in the book, as well as students of the field of health science related with rehabilitation.
– Mónica Alexandra Andrade dos Santos, Master of Clinical Psychology, University of Porto