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Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Virtual Reality in Burns
University of West Florida Libraries
Integration of Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice Research Presentations, Research presentations (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 11/2025)
11/2025
Abstract
Burn wound care, especially dressing changes and therapy, is extremely painful and anxiety inducing, often delaying healing and rehabilitation while increasing distress. With over 450,000 burn injuries treated annually in the U.S., this remains a major clinical challenge. Opioids, though standard for pain control, have limited effectiveness and carry risks of sedation, respiratory depression, and dependency. Immersive virtual reality offers a promising non-drug alternative by engaging patients in interactive environments that redirect attention. Research shows VR can significantly reduce pain and distress, improve treatment tolerance, and lower opioid use enhancing comfort and recovery.
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- Title
- Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Virtual Reality in Burns
- Resource Type
- Presentation
- Event
- Integration of Evidence in Professional Nursing Practice Research Presentations, Research presentations (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 11/2025)
- Contributors
- Rebecca Toothaker (Faculty Mentor)Prasanthi Mudiyansela (Faculty Mentor)
- Publisher
- University of West Florida Libraries; Argo Scholar Commons
- Format
- mp4
- Copyright
- Permission granted to the University of West Florida Libraries by the author to digitize and/or display this information for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires the permission of the copyright holder.
- Identifiers
- 99381543122406600
- Academic Unit
- School of Nursing; Usha Kundu, MD College of Health; BSN Virtual Student Scholarly Poster Showcase
- Language
- English