20 Minute Breaks Ease Motion Sickness

Nature Briefing | A study on the effects of within-day intervals on motion sickness in virtual reality (VR) found that longer rest periods between sessions, particularly over 20 minutes, reduce symptoms. Using a motorcycle simulator, researchers tested varying rest intervals and concluded that additional recovery time after symptoms subside improves adaptation to nauseating stimuli. This research could help in designing better VR experiences by minimising discomfort.

Read More – https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-71526-9

Editor’s Comment – This research could help support improved guidelines for XR usage.

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