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Qualitative Validation of a Novel VR Program for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A VR1 Study.
- Source :
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American Journal of Gastroenterology (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins) . Mar2022, Vol. 117 Issue 3, p495-500. 6p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- INTRODUCTION: Although gut-directed psychotherapies are effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), they are rarely prescribed, given a paucity of trained clinicians. Virtual reality (VR) offers a solution by allowing patients to self-practice these techniques in a standardized manner. METHODS: A multidisciplinary team developed IBS/VR, a program that transports users into immersive VR worlds that teach patients about the brain-gut axis, cognitive behavioral therapy, and gut-directed meditation. We tested IBS/VR in Rome IV IBS patients and used inductive analysis to evaluate perceptions and identify recommendations. RESULTS: We achieved thematic saturation after 9 interviews; 3 additional interviews revealed no emergent themes. After making 23 software changes based on patient feedback, we conducted 3 additional interviews which confirmed thematic saturation (N = 15 total). DISCUSSION: This study offers initial validation of the first VR program designed for IBS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00029270
- Volume :
- 117
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- American Journal of Gastroenterology (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 155606921
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000001641