ParenT/Tech
Hello Parents! We understand how difficult it can be to nurse a pediatric cancer patient back to health. 18Loop is here to make that easier and more effective using technology that will occupy, comfort and educate your kids. We are deploying Oculus VR headsets and Tripp environments as part of our initial Pilot program and all we ask for you to participate is some time, play and feedback.
Based on scientific research, Tripp has developed a VR Stress Management solution that uses the immersion of Virtual Reality to assist with pain management, relaxation and deepen a connection to self. Tripp is the perfect combination of gaming, meditation and computer science! We encourage that your child use Tripp on Oculus three times a week for about 20 minutes. We also believe that our families can benefit as a whole and encourage you to experience Tripp with your child.
Here are the steps to utilize your child's VR:
18Loop will offer Virtual Comfort for an 8 week period, after which the technology will be redeployed to another recovering child. Please contact us if you are interested in receiving a permanent headset. We can facilitate this in instances of need.
We appreciate your photos/videos and feedback on our impact! In 2021 we will expand our reach to cancer centers where we will further our mission and gather quantitative data.
To become more informed on VR in medicine, you can order Dr. Brennan Spiegel's book here. It will offer an education on what we do through our partners and nonprofit efforts. Preorder now and receive it in October.
Based on scientific research, Tripp has developed a VR Stress Management solution that uses the immersion of Virtual Reality to assist with pain management, relaxation and deepen a connection to self. Tripp is the perfect combination of gaming, meditation and computer science! We encourage that your child use Tripp on Oculus three times a week for about 20 minutes. We also believe that our families can benefit as a whole and encourage you to experience Tripp with your child.
Here are the steps to utilize your child's VR:
- 18Loop will facilitate delivery of your VR headset through the American Childhood Cancer Organization. 18Loop will supply participants in the Pilot with login information through your ACCO contact.
- You may view the video here that will assist you with Oculus Quest setup. Quest 2 headset users can view this video. If you are using the Oculus Go, please refer to this video for setup. For children 13 years and up, you may allow them to access Tripp and other apps unattended. You will need to supervise younger children.
- You may download the Tripp and Oculus applications at the Apple App Store here or on Android here.
18Loop will offer Virtual Comfort for an 8 week period, after which the technology will be redeployed to another recovering child. Please contact us if you are interested in receiving a permanent headset. We can facilitate this in instances of need.
We appreciate your photos/videos and feedback on our impact! In 2021 we will expand our reach to cancer centers where we will further our mission and gather quantitative data.
To become more informed on VR in medicine, you can order Dr. Brennan Spiegel's book here. It will offer an education on what we do through our partners and nonprofit efforts. Preorder now and receive it in October.
