Explanation
easycare360 is a virtual reality solution developed by Explorations360 that prepares people with disabilities (cognitive, psychological, sensory) for medical appointments. Through immersive 360° scenarios filmed in real medical offices, patients discover each step of their upcoming care (dental, ophthalmology, gynecology, general practice) in advance. A caregiver controls the experience from a tablet and adjusts the pace in real time based on the patient's reactions.
Real-world example
A specialized educator uses easycare360 to prepare a care home resident for their first dental appointment: in VR, the resident discovers the chair, instruments, and scaling steps, reducing their anxiety on the actual day.
Practical applications
- Dental care preparation for people with intellectual disabilities or autism
- Habituation to ophthalmology, gynecology, and general practice appointments
- Anxiety reduction before medical procedures in hospital settings
- Training caregivers and medico-social professionals in VR-assisted healthcare
Medical specialties covered
Routine care
- Dental: scaling, examination, treatments
- Ophthalmology: eye exam, fundoscopy
- General practice: check-up, blood test
Example: An anxious patient discovers the full course of a dental scaling in VR before their real appointment
Specialized care
- Gynecology: consultation, smear test
- Nursing care: dressings, injections
- Preventive health: screenings, check-ups
Example: A care home resident prepares for her first gynecology appointment through a VR pathway adapted to her pace
Why it matters in professional VR
- Reduces medical appointment failure rate (30% failure without preparation for people with disabilities)
- The caregiver maintains full control via the tablet and adapts the pathway to the patient's sensory and cognitive profile
- Validated by an ethics committee (Rennes University Hospital) and tested in 10 pilot facilities