Utilizing virtual reality for understanding the housing environment

Abstract

Virtual reality (VR) was utilized for understanding the housing environment, including the position of the handrail, without conducting home visits. VR video has the advantage over assessing using conventional photography in that a simulated experience is possible from a remote location. This case did not exhibit visually induced motion sickness due to using a tablet PC instead of a head mounted display when watching VR videos. Safety of the use of the VR video was confirmed and did not induce motion sickness. However, disadvantages of VR video included not being able to accurately display the heights of the shelves and stairs. The results show the possibility of using VR for occupational therapy, at discharge, in nursing facilities, and to grasp the situation remotely.