Application, scope & purpose
A clinically validated VR-based cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) platform to treat anxiety disorders and phobias. The aim was to demonstrate safety, efficacy and data-protection compliance in real NHS settings.
MV/VW environment
Oculus Rift-based 3D virtual environments simulating social situations (e.g. flying, public speaking) for graded exposure therapy.
Role of sandbox
MHRA’s digital health sandbox granted a temporary waiver from full medical-device certification, allowing iterative trials under regulator supervision.
Results obtained
- CE marking secured in 2020
- 75% of patients showed clinical improvement at 6-week follow-up
- Rapid NHS adoption in 5 trusts by 2022