The efficacy of Virtual Reality (VR) as a teaching augment for arthroplasty has not been well examined for unfamiliar multistep procedures such as unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). This study sought to determine if VR improves surgical competence over traditional procedural preparation when performing a UKA. 22 Orthopaedic trainees were randomized to training sessions: 1) “VR group” with access to an immersive VR learning module that had been designed in conjunction with the manufacturer or 2) “Guide group” with access to manufacture's technique guide and surgical video. Both groups then performed a full UKA on SawBones models. Surgical competence was assessed via Objective Structures Assessment of Technical Skills (OSATS) validated rating system (max 25 points).Introduction
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