Design of an IoT Virtual Reality-Based Wearable Multi-Sensory System for Venous Thromboembolism Prevention Through Exercises

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) presents a significant global healthcare challenge, contributing to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Exercise therapy has shown effectiveness in reducing VTE incidence rates, yet traditional methods are often perceived as lengthy, strenuous, and monotonous, posing challenges to patient motivation and adherence. Technology-based interventions (TBIs) offer a promising approach to actively engage at-risk patients and enhance adherence to VTE prevention exercises. This study introduces a wearable virtual rehabilitation system (WVRS) designed to monitor and assess patient progress in exercise therapy. The WVRS provides an immersive experience through multi-sensory feedback, aiming to guide and motivate patients toward more autonomous completion of training sessions.