Virtual reality training boosts needle skills for future doctors
NCT ID NCT05269238
First seen Jan 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested whether medical students who practiced lumbar punctures on an augmented reality simulator performed better on real patients than those who learned the usual way. Sixty patients needing a lumbar puncture took part. The simulator uses haptic feedback to mimic the feel of the procedure. The main goal was to see if simulator-trained students could successfully collect spinal fluid without help.
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Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg
Strasbourg, 67091, France
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