January 1, 2025Open Access

Reimagining Knee Surgery: The Promises and Pitfalls of Augmented and Virtual Reality in Orthopedic Training and Preoperative Planning

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Augmented and virtual reality tools enhance surgical training outcomes in knee surgery, improving confidence and skills.
VR-based simulation has shown efficacy in boosting psychomotor skills among orthopedic trainees, leading to better outcomes.
Narrative review of literature spanning 2014-2025 identifies strengths and limitations of immersive technologies in surgery.
Despite promising results, barriers like cost and technology integration hinder widespread adoption and further exploration.

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Narrative review explores augmented reality and virtual reality's impact on orthopedic training and surgical precision.

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