Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Pedro Rodrigues, Artur Esteves, Joao Botelho, Vanessa Machado, Carlos Zagalo, Ezequiel Roberto Zorzal, Jose Joao Mendes, Daniel Simoes Lopes
Summary: This study designed a multimodal immersive simulator, named DENTIFY, to assist in operative dentistry learning. By operating a virtual turbine and haptic pen to simulate dental drilling, users are exposed to different virtual clinical scenarios. The results of the study indicate that DENTIFY has the potential to enhance learning in operative dentistry and promote self-evaluation, suggesting its pedagogical potential in teaching and learning.
COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pedro Rodrigues, Francisco Nicolau, Martim Norte, Ezequiel Zorzal, Joao Botelho, Vanessa Machado, Luis Proenca, Ricardo Alves, Carlos Zagalo, Daniel Simoes Lopes, Jose Joao Mendes
Summary: This study tested and evaluated the second installment of DENTIFY, a virtual reality haptic simulator for Operative Dentistry (OD), on preclinical dental students. The results showed that drill time decreased steadily with increased use of the DENTIFY prototype, and participants with certain characteristics demonstrated higher performance. The correlation between participants' performance and self-assessment evaluation suggested that DENTIFY improved their perception of manual force applied.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hedan Bai, Shuo Li, Robert F. Shepherd
Summary: The article explores the development and challenges of virtual and augmented reality technologies, particularly in the field of haptics. It suggests that soft robotics may offer potential solutions to overcome the difficulties in developing soft haptic output and input devices.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Tung-Jui Chuang, Yao-Yang Tsai, Shana Smith
Summary: This study integrates realistic haptic feedback into a mixed reality (MR) environment and develops a visuo-haptic MR milling simulator for conventional manual milling operation training. The simulator provides realistic cutting force feedback and allows users to operate it with their bare hands, experiencing the cutting force as if using a real milling machine. The study shows that realistic haptic feedback enhances the usability, realism, immersiveness, and presence of the simulator.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shantonu Biswas, Yon Visell
Summary: Emerging virtual and augmented reality technologies have the potential to transform human activities by giving tangible form to digital data, services, and information. Haptic technologies play a critical role in enabling interaction in virtual environments. The challenge lies in engineering haptic technologies for virtual reality to match the complex capabilities of human touch perception.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Ma Angeles Alamilla, Charles Barnouin, Richard Moreau, Florence Zara, Fabrice Jaillet, Herve Tanneguy Redarce, Fabienne Coury
Summary: The design and development of a simulator based on Haptics and Virtual Reality for training medical students in joint and soft tissue puncture skills is presented in this paper. The prototype combines mechanical models, haptic rendering, and ultrasound image rendering to provide a realistic experience for students in the learning process.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MEDICAL ROBOTICS AND BIONICS
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Malek Racy, Alastair Barrow, James Tomlinson, Fernando Bello
Summary: The study developed a virtual reality femoral nailing simulator combining haptics and image intensifier functionality and conducted validation studies to assess its educational value. Results showed correlation between surgeon experience and task performance, with the simulator demonstrating good authenticity, content, and construct validity.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Andre Zenner, Kristin Ullmann, Antonio Krueger
Summary: The study proposes the combination of Dynamic Passive Haptic Feedback (DPHF) and Haptic Retargeting techniques, demonstrating through experiments that this combination can better address the challenges of similarity and colocation in immersive haptic experiences.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON VISUALIZATION AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Akitaka Hattori, Ken-ichi Tonami, Jun Tsuruta, Masayuki Hideshima, Yasuyuki Kimura, Hiroshi Nitta, Kouji Araki
Summary: This study compared the features of haptics simulator and conventional mannequin simulator in dental training, finding that the type of simulator has an impact on subjects' performance and evaluators' ratings. The unique characteristics of virtual reality in the haptics simulator affect both operators' performance and evaluators' ratings, suggesting that educational programs should take these factors into account.
JOURNAL OF DENTAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinwoo Lee, Dongkwan Kim, Heayoun Sul, Seung Hwan Ko
Summary: The current generation of virtual and augmented realities has advanced significantly in the past decade, primarily relying on visual and auditory senses. Research indicates that reproducing thermal perception in virtual environments is crucial for the next generation of VR/AR technologies.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Chyanna Wee, Kian Meng Yap, Woan Ning Lim
Summary: Haptics has been applied in various fields and plays a significant role in virtual reality, with forms including wearables, handheld devices, etc. Despite progress, there are still many challenges and research gaps that need to be addressed.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Assaf Berger, Osamah J. J. Choudhry, Douglas Kondziolka
Summary: This study investigated the potential application of augmented reality (AR) as an adjunct to traditional fluoroscopy-guided glycerol rhizotomy (GR). The results showed that AR technology can improve localization of surgical targets, decrease surgery duration and radiation exposure, and enhance the learning curve of these procedures.
OPERATIVE NEUROSURGERY
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Yiming Liu, Chun Ki Yiu, Zhao Zhao, Shiyuan Liu, Xingcan Huang, Wooyoung Park, Jingyou Su, Jingkun Zhou, Tsz Hung Wong, Kuanming Yao, Ling Zhao, Ya Huang, Jiyu Li, Pu Fan, Binbin Zhang, Yuan Dai, Zhengbao Yang, Yuhang Li, Xinge Yu
Summary: The recent concept of metaverse emphasizes the importance of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), which have various applications in entertainment, medical treatment, and human-machine interfaces. This article presents a wearable and flexible haptic interface based on electromagnetic vibrotactile actuators, which offer high wearability and stability. The actuators generate an enhanced electromagnetic field using double layers of copper (Cu) coils and the intensity of haptic feedback can be adjusted based on sensed pressure. The actuators demonstrate superior performance and applications compared to conventional haptic actuators when developed into soft VR interfaces for forearms, fingers, and hands.
IEEE INTERNET OF THINGS JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Mary Webb, Megan Tracey, William Harwin, Ozan Tokatli, Faustina Hwang, Ros Johnson, Natasha Barrett, Chris Jones
Summary: The study designed and developed a multi-fingered haptic interface along with a 3D virtual model of a cell membrane for collaborative learning of cell biology among students aged 12 to 13. Results showed that immersion in the 3D VR environment, combined with the ability to feel structures and movements within the model, facilitated learning and collaboration. The pilot/co-pilot model was successful in enabling collaborative learning and overcoming the isolating effects of using a 3D headset.
EDUCATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Risheng Xu, Joshua Materi, Divyaansh Raj, Safwan Alomari, Yuanxuan Xia, Sumil K. Nair, Pavan P. Shah, Nivedha Kannapadi, Timothy Kim, Judy Huang, Chetan Bettegowda, Michael Lim
Summary: This study compared the neurologic outcomes of patients with trigeminal neuralgia who underwent internal neurolysis (IN) and intraoperative glycerin rhizotomy (ioGR). The results showed that patients who underwent IN had better pain relief, lower rates of facial numbness, and lower rates of pain recurrence compared to those who underwent ioGR. Future studies will further investigate long-term pain recurrence and outcomes.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Richard B. North, Aaron Calodney, Robert Bolash, Konstantin V. Slavin, Michael Creamer, Richard Rauck, Payam Vahedifar, Ira Fox, Cuneyt OEzaktay, Sunil Panchal, Niek Vanquathem
Article
Anesthesiology
Ashley N. Selner, Alexander A. Ivanov, Darian R. Esfahani, Abhiraj D. Bhimani, Faisal Waseem, Mandana Behbahani, Guy Edelman, James L. Stone, Konstantin Slavin, Ankit Mehta
Summary: This study assessed the feasibility of interpreting TcMEP during full neuromuscular blockade and found that monitoring with higher levels of muscle relaxation is possible.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGICAL ANESTHESIOLOGY
(2022)
Letter
Anesthesiology
Ashley N. Selner, Alexander A. Ivanov, Darian R. Esfahani, Abhiraj D. Bhimani, Faisal Waseem, Mandana Behbahani, Guy Edelman, James L. Stone, Konstantin V. Slavin, Ankit I. Mehta
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGICAL ANESTHESIOLOGY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Neurosciences
Konstantin V. Slavin, Emil D. Isagulayn, Dzhamil A. Rzaev
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Konstantin V. Slavin
Letter
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Vidzhai M. Dzhafarov, Konstantin V. Slavin
Article
Clinical Neurology
Leo Verhagen Metman, Konstantin V. Slavin, Joshua M. Rosenow, Jerrold L. Vitek, Pepijn van den Munckhof
MOVEMENT DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Timothy R. Deer, Marc Russo, Jay S. Grider, Jason Pope, Jonathan M. Hagedorn, Jacqueline Weisbein, Alaa Abd-Elsayed, Ramsin Benyamin, Louis J. Raso, Kiran V. Patel, David Provenzano, Philip S. Kim, Kasra Amirdelfan, Robert Bolash, Monique Steegers, Richard Sullivan, Paul Verrills, Jon Carlson, Leo Kapural, Sudhir Diwan, Giancarlo Barolat, Peter A. Pahapill, Jose De Andres, Ahmed M. Raslan, Jose A. Lopez, Michael S. Leong, Miguel B. Attias, Peter Teddy, Alexander L. Green, Alessandro Dario, Fabian Piedimonte, Kenneth B. Chapman, Nestor D. Tomycz, James FitzGerald, Kliment Gatzinsky, Vishal Varshney, Brandon Gish, Brad L. Lindsey, Asokumar Buvanendran, Tim J. Lamer, Konstantin V. Slavin, Robert M. Levy
Summary: This article describes the methods and basis of international representation in establishing guidance on the use of neurostimulation in the cervical region.
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Konstantin V. Slavin
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Konstantin V. Slavin
Review
Clinical Neurology
Arad Iranmehr, Mohammad Amin Dabbagh Ohadi, Mohammadreza Chavoshi, Amin Jahanbakhshi, Konstantin Slavin
Summary: This study compared the efficacy and complication rates of radiofrequency thermocoagulation, laser ablation, and stereotactic radiosurgery in the treatment of refractory seizures related to hypothalamic hamartomas. The results showed that laser ablation was superior in achieving seizure freedom compared to the other two methods, while radiofrequency thermocoagulation had a lower complication rate.
NEUROSURGICAL FOCUS
(2022)
Letter
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Konstantin V. Slavin, Prasad Vannemreddy
Article
Clinical Neurology
Konstantin V. Slavin, Prasad Vannemreddy
Summary: The study investigated the use of cervical spinal cord stimulation (cSCS) for treating cerebral vasospasm induced by aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH). The results suggest that cSCS is feasible and safe in acute aSAH settings, although further clinical trials are needed to determine its effectiveness in preventing and treating cerebral vasospasm. Additionally, long-term follow-up showed no adverse effects related to cSCS.
ACTA NEUROCHIRURGICA
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hemmings Wu, Marwan Hariz, Veerle Visser-Vandewalle, Ludvic Zrinzo, Volker A. Coenen, Sameer A. Sheth, Chris Bervoets, Matilda Naesstrom, Patric Blomstedt, Terry Coyne, Clement Hamani, Konstantin Slavin, Joachim K. Krauss, Kai G. Kahl, Takaomi Taira, Chencheng Zhang, Bomin Sun, Hiroki Toda, Thomas Schlaepfer, Jin Woo Chang, Jean Regis, Rick Schuurman, Michael Schulder, Paresh Doshi, Philip Mosley, Anujan Poologaindran, Gabriel Lazaro-Munoz, Joshua Pepper, Gaston Schechtmann, Anders Fytagoridis, Daniel Huys, Antonio Goncalves-Ferreira, Pierre-Francois D'haese, Joseph Neimat, Giovanni Broggi, Osvaldo Vilela-Filho, Juergen Voges, Ahmed Alkhani, Takeshi Nakajima, Raphaelle Richieri, Diana Djurfeldt, Philippe Fontaine, Roberto Martinez-Alvarez, Yasushi Okamura, Jennifer Chandler, Katsushige Watanabe, Juan A. Barcia, Blanca Reneses, Andres Lozano, Loes Gabriels, Antonio De Salles, Casey H. Halpern, Keith Matthews, Joseph J. Fins, Bart Nuttin
Summary: There is still no consensus on whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) for treatment-refractory obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be considered an established therapy. Some studies suggest that DBS may be effective for some patients, but it is still considered investigational and requires more research evidence.
MOLECULAR PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Emil Isagulyan, Konstantin Slavin, Nikolay Konovalov, Eugeny Dorochov, Alexey Tomsky, Andrey Dekopov, Elizaveta Makashova, David Isagulyan, Pavel Genov
KOREAN JOURNAL OF PAIN
(2020)