TS-005700 — This new device is a modular ergonomic attachment designed to connect to IV poles, wheelchairs, and hospital beds to reduce strain and overexertion among healthcare workers during patient transport by providing improved grip, leverage, and maneuverability through specialized features.

TS-005671 — This new advanced workplace‑violence prevention training platform uses immersive virtual reality and interactive, case‑based simulations to help healthcare staff recognize, de-escalate, and safely respond to potentially violent encounters.

TS-003664 — This IP seeks to address workplace violence in healthcare settings through virtual reality (VR) training. It aims to enhance situational awareness and de-escalation skills among healthcare staff to mitigate potential violent encounters before they escalate into crises. Recognizing the challenges posed by patient aggression, particularly in behavioral and mental health contexts, the IP underscores the importance of effective training in recognizing and managing escalating situations. By leveraging VR technology, the training offers a safe and immersive environment for healthcare professionals to practice critical skills (e.g., situational awareness, de-escalation techniques, and safe physical positioning during encounters with agitated patients). The proposed VR platform encompasses various simulated scenarios, tailored to pediatric and adult settings, to provide realistic training experiences and personalized feedback. The IP, which is currently in the conceptual stage, not only addresses current training gaps but also offers scalability and adaptability for future applications in hospital settings and mental health-focused industries.

TS-002723 — Laser treatments are common in dermatology and other fields. Thermal energy from the treatment can cause discomfort and pain which has resulted in the use of virtual reality as a distraction. However, there are limited options for pediatric patients. Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital developed a laser safe face shield designed to fit younger children needing laser treatments. The face shield decreases their pain sensation and anxiety through providing access to virtual reality simulations while simultaneously protecting the patient’s eyes.

TS-001036 — School can be a daunting experience. Constant motion, public speaking and a new environment can increase anxiety in children, sometimes leading to school avoidance. A team at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has developed a solution, where exposure therapy procedures are combined with modern technology can improve the school experience for people of all ages. Using a Virtual Reality (VR) Simulation, clinicians are able to use the multi-user capability to interact with and guide their patient through new environments such as classrooms, hallways and lunchrooms, as well as scenarios known to trigger increased anxiety such as public speaking or asking for help. Biofeedback components help collect data so that the clinician can adapt the experience to the user. Although targeted for school-aged children, this technology can be modified to treat any person with school or public phobia.