VRx: How Virtual Therapeutics Will Revolutionize Medicine 1st Edition, Kindle Edition

by Brennan M.R. Spiegel (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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A leading doctor unveils the groundbreaking potential of virtual medicine.
Brennan Spiegel has spent years studying the medical power of the mind, and in VRx he reveals a revolutionary new kind of care: virtual medicine. It offers the possibility of treating illnesses without solely relying on intrusive surgeries or addictive opioids.
Virtual medicine works by convincing your body that it's somewhere, or something, it isn't. It's affordable, widely available, and has already proved effective against everything from burn injuries to stroke to PTSD. Spiegel shows how a simple VR headset lets a patient with schizophrenia confront the demon in his head, how dementia patients regain function in a life-size virtual town, and how vivid simulations of patients' experiences are making doctors more empathic.
VRx is a revelatory account of the connection between our bodies and ourselves. In an age of overmedication and depersonalized care, it offers no less than a new way to heal.

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"An instant classic and a definitive introduction to the healing power of virtual reality. VRx is a tour-de-force bolstered by Dr. Spiegel's impressive scientific credentials, innovative clinical work, and deep empathy for the physical and emotional suffering of his patients. It is destined to become a guiding light for anyone who wants to use technology to ease suffering and make a better real world. If you need a reason to feel hopeful for the future, look no further."―Jane McGonigal, PhD, author of Reality is Broken: Why Games Make Us Happy and How They Can Change the World --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

About the Author

Brennan Spiegel is director of health-services research at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he directs the Center for Outcomes Research and Education, which maintains one of the largest and most widely cited therapeutic virtual reality programs in the world. Spiegel is also professor of medicine and public health at UCLA. He lives in Los Angeles, California. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084FYCR5P
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Basic Books; 1st edition (October 6, 2020)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 6, 2020
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 4637 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 305 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1541699769
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Dr. Howard K. Gurr

Best review of Immersive Technologies

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2020

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Finally, a readable book that explains the benefits of Immersive Technologies in Medicine. In his new book, VRx, Dr. Spiegel deftly and entertainingly explains the history, the status, and possible future uses for virtual therapeutics in medicine. As a “Virtualist”, utilizing Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) with my own patients who have been troubled by crippling phobias and anxieties, I can attest to its curative potential. I have had many conversations with my peers who could just not grasp the usefulness of Immersive Technologies such as VRT. I believe Dr. Spiegel’s book could easily sway them to the “light side”. VRx is a compelling book that should be required reading for all clinicians who are interested in keeping up with the latest medical technologies and evidenced based interventions. It is also enlightening for anyone else who wants to understand how Immersive Technologies could help them with their own health needs.

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Betty

The future of medicine is here now!

Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2020

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This is a great book if you are interested in the future of medicine. I do believe virtual reality is it for so many different reasons, and this author clearly demonstrates why. Great research and knowledge, written so anyone can read and understand it. I loved reading the book and realizing what the potential is for improving the lives of so many people without pills and traditional medical solutions. It was exciting and enlightening and so well written.

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Ronan P. Barrett

A wonderful introduction to an important therapeutic technology

Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2020

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A central theme of this book is that "Reality is in your mind" (think on that, for a second). Dr. Spiegel's well researched and highly readable book walks through the progress that has already been made in the field of Virtual Therapeutics and the bright future that it offers for patients suffering from a wide range of conditions. If you ever wondered about the therapeutic applications of video game technology, this book is for you. If you are looking for hope regarding our current opioid crisis, this book is for you. If you are looking for evidence of the value of empathy based applications, this book is for you. In short, I will be recommending this book to everyone.

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ommy

Well written and insightful look at the future of medicine.

Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2020

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Dr. Spiegel makes a very compelling case for VR's role in medicine. His witty style of writing makes the read very enjoyable and accessible. He dives deep and uses both anecdotes and many published studies to elucidate the mechanism in which VR can help people heal. This book should be read by anyone interested in VR's healing potential, developers looking for ideas to create their own applications, and--most importantly--doctors in all fields who want to improve their patients' health.

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Craig Strasnick

Amazing book for all interested in where medicine is heading!

Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2020

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This book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand where the future of medicine is headed. Dr. Spiegel does an incredible job of explaining the science, the technology and the clinical revolutions that are inevitably defining how we’ll all be cared for in the future. What’s best is that he does it in a thoughtful, incredibly well-designed and amazingly digestible way. Awesome work!

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Ted Fujimoto

Great weekend read! Quite amazing how visual and auditory stimulation affects your mind and body.

Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2020

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I now look at those VR goggles sitting on my shelf differently---a powerful tool that can help shape my mind and how I feel physically. Dr. Spiegel makes this medical exploration approachable for everyone by sharing stories of the many people who have benefitted from use of visual and auditory stimulation to heal the brain or even reduce pain. This book takes you on an inspiring journey about what may be possible using visual and auditory experiences for human performance, healing and health. You may even look at your own world differently about what you expose yourself intentionally and what you may choose avoid. If you want to know the leading edge of this work--reading this book would be a great place to start.

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A definitive book on VR in healthcare and beyond

Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2020

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This book does an outstanding job of covering the origins, current state, and future of immersive therapeutics. Brennan Spiegel presents a comprehensive overview of the field, woven together by his personal experiences and work with patients, scientists, and clinicians. The result is a book that is readable, personal, provocative, and inspiring. Strongly recommend

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Jeannette Comulada

Excellent introduction to VR for clinicians and researchers alike

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2021

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I'm UCLA faculty collaborating on mHealth interventions and planning to incorporate VR into behavioral interventions. I found this book to really help in understanding what VR is currently being used for in the medical field, future directions and limitations.

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