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AR glasses and AR/VR in medical care

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Anders Olsen
February 21, 2024

Welcome to today's Augmented Reality news.

VR is coming back stronger than ever!

VR glasses are better and more detailed than what we are used to, and hospitals a taking in AR and VR as part of their medical programme.

TODAY’S TOPIC:

  • 6 Reasons why to grab some AR glasses

  • AR / VR could be the future in medical practice

XRtoday

Image source: xrtoday.com

What’s relevant?

  • AR Smart Glasses Resurgence: AR smart glasses are back in focus in the extended reality industry, with a projected 27.1% CAGR growth from 2023 to 2030.

  • Diverse Industry Players: Major names like Apple and Meta, alongside newcomers like XReal, have joined the AR market in the past few years.

  • Anticipated Growth: Smart glasses market is expected to grow significantly, making 2024 an opportune time for exploring AR benefits.

  • Versatile Applications: AR smart glasses offer diverse uses, including collaboration, training, and product design.

  • Read the 2 other bullet points HERE

Considering these factors, investing in augmented reality smart glasses for your team in 2024 and beyond is a strategic move.

Medical

Image source: FDA.gov

What is the FDA’s feeling about using Augmented Reality and Virtual reality (AR / VR) in medical treatments in the future?

What’s relevant?

  • What Is Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality?

  • How Are Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Impacting Medical Devices?

  • List of Medical Devices that Incorporate Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality

  • Resources regarding AR/VR in medicine

Why is this important?

Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) have the potential to revolutionize healthcare by introducing new treatments and diagnostics, transforming how and where care is administered. Their immersive capabilities enable the delivery of standard and novel content, remotely adapting to various clinical contexts. Healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers can utilize AR/VR for the preparation and execution of treatments and procedures, fostering efficiency and flexibility in healthcare delivery.