Development of an Immersive VR Therapy System with Wearable Biometric Monitoring for Preventive Medical Treatment

The client faces a gap in accessible, effective tools for preventing critical medical conditions such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). There is a necessity for interventions that can engage high-risk patients through natural movement stimulation and real-time monitoring to reduce health risks and improve treatment engagement both at home and in clinical settings.

A mid-sized healthcare technology firm specializing in digital therapeutics and patient monitoring solutions, focusing on preventive care and remote treatment modalities.

• Create an immersive virtual reality platform that promotes involuntary muscle contractions to aid in the prevention and treatment of DVT.
• Integrate biometric sensors within wearable devices to monitor patient activity and physiological responses in real time.
• Enhance patient engagement and compliance through gamified interactions and natural muscle activation techniques.
• Enable seamless data collection and reporting to clinical providers for ongoing patient management and treatment adjustment.
• Develop a scalable and secure system suitable for deployment in both home and hospital environments.

• A VR application developed using a high-fidelity game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine) that prompts involuntary muscle contractions via simulated rhythmic stimulation.
• Integration of wearable biometric sensors embedded in an electronic wrap (e-wrap) capable of delivering neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to activate lower leg muscles.
• Real-time data collection and visualization dashboard for healthcare providers to monitor patient activity, muscle response, and overall health status.
• Gamified interface to improve patient engagement, adherence to therapy protocols, and ease of use in various settings.
• Remote control and adjustment capabilities for healthcare professionals to modify stimulation parameters based on patient progress.

• Biometric sensors and neuromuscular electrical stimulation devices
• Electronic health record (EHR) systems for patient data synchronization
• Remote monitoring portals for healthcare providers
• Secure cloud platforms for data storage and real-time updates

• System must support seamless operation across multiple devices with responsive user interfaces.
• Data security compliant with healthcare standards (e.g., HIPAA).
• Latency for real-time monitoring and control should be under 200 milliseconds.
• System scalability to accommodate at least 1,000 concurrent users or patients.
• High reliability and uptime, aiming for 99.9% system availability.

The developed system is expected to significantly reduce the risk of DVT in high-risk patient populations by promoting natural muscle activity and providing continuous health monitoring. It aims to increase patient engagement in preventive care, improve clinical oversight via real-time data, and enable effective at-home treatment options, ultimately improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.