Age-Friendly Kochi to Pioneer India’s First VR & AR Center for Healthy Ageing
Kochi Leads the Way in Digital Innovation for Seniors with the Launch of a State-of-the-Art VR and AR Center
Kochi, Kerala – In an unprecedented move to enhance the quality of life for older adults, the Centre of Excellence for Developing Age-Friendly Communities (CEDAC) is preparing to unveil India’s first-ever virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) center designed specifically for seniors. Located in Kochi, the first Age-Friendly City in Southeast Asia to be recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), the new center aims to revolutionize how older adults engage with technology to promote healthy ageing.
HappyMoves Implementation in Age-Friendly Kochi Initiative: Revolutionizing Elderly Rehabilitation
HappyMoves opens up a new realm of possibilities for elderly rehabilitation by creating personalized therapy sessions that cater to various physical and neurological conditions common in older adults. Using VR technology, HappyMoves offers immersive activities that motivate patients to actively participate in their therapy, making each session more engaging and effective.
Virtual Reality Meets Healthy Ageing: Breaking Barriers, Busting Myths
Historically, virtual and augmented reality technologies have been primarily used by the marketing and gaming industries, with a strong focus on younger generations. CEDAC’s groundbreaking initiative seeks to change that narrative, proving that these advanced tools hold tremendous potential for older adults. The new center will use VR and AR to address key aspects of physical and mental well-being, including brain stimulation, mindfulness therapies, virtual travel, and even rehabilitation.
Elderly Care and Rehabilitation
The platform’s tailored therapeutic modules, which address fine and gross motor skills, trunk stability, balance, and neck exercises, are particularly beneficial for elderly individuals who may face challenges such as decreased mobility, weakened coordination, or cognitive decline. With the use of VR headsets, patients can access a variety of carefully designed exercises in a safe and controlled environment. This ensures that elderly users remain safe and comfortable throughout the process, reducing the risk of injury while still providing effective therapy.
A Hub for Tech and Healthcare Integration
The center will focus on guided virtual reality tours aimed at preventing deconditioning and offering mental health benefits, while also supporting physical rehabilitation. Seniors will also be able to explore the world through virtual travel experiences, helping them stay engaged and mentally stimulated. Moreover, the center will focus on balance retraining, vertigo management, and even phobia and anxiety treatment—critical concerns for many older adults.
OQULIX’s integration with the Age-Friendly Kochi Initiative marks a significant step in the company’s mission to make impactful, technology-driven healthcare solutions accessible. This partnership exemplifies the company’s commitment to using innovative solutions to address real-world problems, particularly in the field of rehabilitation where traditional methods may fall short in engaging patients..