NeuroVirt is an extended reality (XR) neurorehabilitation platform designed to support stroke survivors and those with other brain injuries and other neurological conditions through high-repetition, goal-oriented therapy.

Grounded in neuroscience and developed in collaboration with clinicians, the platform transforms motor recovery into an engaging, data-driven experience - whether delivered in hospital, clinic, or at home.

Founded by a multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists, clinicians, medtech executives and immersive technology specialists, NeuroVirt bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world clinical practice.

“Our goal is to make neurorehabilitation more effective and more sustainable by aligning therapeutic best practices with technology that motivates patients to keep moving forward.”
— Dr. Eve Gregoriou, NeuroVirt

Clinically-Informed Design. Functionally Meaningful Outcomes

NeuroVirt’s therapeutic framework is informed by principles of motor learning, neuroplasticity, and the latest stroke rehabilitation guidelines.

Patients engage in task-specific training within dynamic virtual environments designed to encourage repetition, focus, and movement variability - core ingredients for neural reorganisation.

Each session is adaptable in real time, ensuring the appropriate level of challenge to maintain engagement while promoting recovery.

Supporting Patients, Empowering Therapists

NeuroVirt is designed to support - not replace - the clinical decision-making and expertise of therapists.

Our platform is used by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation teams to deliver meaningful therapy with enhanced engagement and measurable outcomes.

"It was amazing. The adaptability of it for individuals that have suffered from any brain injury I think will be very beneficial…

"Easy to follow, easy to control… I really do recommend this”

THERAPIST, VOYAGECARE

"You completely forget what disability you have. It makes you realise that you can do more than what you think"

JOYCE, 82, STROKE SURVIVOR

"The pandemic forced healthcare into the home, and it is a trend that is only growing" 

MARGARET PASTUSZKO, PRESIDENT AND COO OF MOUNT SINAI

AR vs. VR in Rehab

At NeuroVirt, we design immersive technology that adapts to clinical needs - because no two patients, and no two rehab scenarios, are exactly alike.

When we talk about VR and AR in the context of NeuroVirt’s technology, we’re referring specifically to head-mounted display (HMD) technologies – not external screen-based tools.

Immersive VR (iVR) refers to being fully immersed in a virtual environment, where the real world is visually replaced by a digital one. This can help patients tune out distractions and focus more deeply on rehabilitation tasks.

It creates a highly controlled environment ideal for high-repetition, task-specific movements that drive neuroplasticity and motor recovery – particularly effective for upper-limb therapy. iVR is also highly engaging and supports embodiment – the sense of ownership over virtual limbs – which can play a vital role in functional recovery.

Augmented Reality (AR), by contrast, overlays digital elements onto the real-world environment. This allows patients to remain oriented in their physical surroundings, making AR especially valuable for lower-limb training, where safety, balance, and spatial awareness are critical.

NeuroVirt offers both AR and VR experiences, giving clinicians the flexibility to choose the most appropriate modality for the patient and the therapy goals – whether that’s immersive focus or real-world context.

Both modes are grounded in clinical insight and designed to support safer, more engaging, and more effective rehab.

Does Stroke Rehab Have to Be Boring? How Games Make Recovery More Effective

For many stroke survivors, rehabilitation can feel like an uphill battle. The exercises are repetitive, progress can be slow, and the emotional toll can be just as challenging as the physical recovery. It’s frustrating to work so hard and feel like the road ahead is endless.

But what if stroke rehab didn’t have to feel like a chore? What if it could be engaging, rewarding, and even - dare we say - fun? That’s exactly where gamification comes in.

By incorporating game-like elements into rehabilitation, patients are seeing greater motivation, improved adherence, and, ultimately, better recovery outcomes.

More importantly, they’re rediscovering a sense of hope and control over their recovery journey.

Why Traditional Stroke Rehab Can Feel Overwhelming

Rehabilitation after a stroke requires a high number of repetitions to help retrain the brain and regain lost function. While this repetition is necessary, it can also be exhausting - both physically and emotionally.

Many patients struggle with discouragement, especially when exercises feel monotonous and progress seems slow.

Many traditional rehabilitation programs rely on standard movement exercises that, while effective, lack an interactive or rewarding component. Without an engaging way to track progress and celebrate small victories, it’s easy for patients to lose motivation.

Recovery isn’t just about physical movement - it’s about feeling empowered, supported, and encouraged every step of the way.

The Science Behind Gamification in Rehab

Gamification- integrating game-like elements into non-game environments - has been widely studied for its ability to improve motivation and engagement. In stroker ehabilitation, this means turning repetitive exercises into interactive challenges that offer:

•    Instant Feedback – Patients receive real-time feedback on their performance, helping them adjust movements and improve faster.

•    Progress Tracking – Gamified rehab provides clear, visible markers of improvement that reinforce effort and persistence.

•    Rewards & Achievements –Earning points, unlocking levels, or completing challenges provides a sense of accomplishment, turning what used to feel like hard work into an experience of success.

•    Engaging Environments –Instead of simply lifting an arm over and over, a gamified program might have a patient reaching to grab virtual objects, play music, or interact with acomforting and immersive or augmented world.

How Virtual Reality (VR) and XR Create Meaningful Rehabilitation

Extended Reality (XR), which includes Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), takes gamification to the next level. These technologies don’t just make therapy more engaging - they create an experience that feels purposeful, rewarding, and deeply human.

WithXR-based rehabilitation, patients can:

•    Engage in immersive therapy experiences that spark joy and curiosity, rather than frustration.

•    Stay motivated with real-time rewards and progress tracking that reinforce every small stepforward.

•    Perform high-repetition exercises without the emotional fatigue that traditional rehab can bring.

•    Feel connected to a recovery process that understands and values their personal journey.

The Impact: Hope, Motivation, and Real Progress

When patients are more engaged in their rehab, they are more likely to stick with it - and that leads to better outcomes.

Gamified rehab helps make therapy feelless like a burden and more like a source of hope. It allows stroke survivors to see their own progress in real-time, celebrate their wins, and stay committed to their recovery in a way that feels natural and encouraging.

Why We Believe in Human-First Innovation

At the heart of everything we do is a deep commitment to real people and real outcomes.

Technology is just a tool - what truly matters is how it impacts lives. That’s why our founders and team are dedicated to designing solutions that don’t just meet clinical standards but also inspire and uplift patients through every stage of their journey.

The shift toward gamification in stroke rehabilitation isn’t just about making therapy more engaging - it’s about reimagining recovery as something that can be hopeful, rewarding, and empowering.

As technology continues to advance, we remain focused on what trulymatters: helping every stroke survivor maximize their potential and reclaim their independence, one step at a time.

Rehabilitation doesn’t have to be boring. It can be transformative.

With gamified approaches and XR technology, stroke survivors can find not just motivation, but joy, agency, and progress on their path to healing.

Rewiring the Brain After Stroke: How XR Can Accelerate Healing

After a stroke, the brain’s ability to control movement can be disrupted—but it also has a remarkable capacity to adapt and rewire.

This blog explores how neuroplasticity plays a key role in stroke recovery and how XR (Extended Reality) technology can accelerate that process.

By creating motivating, high-repetition rehab experiences, XR helps patients stay engaged while their brains form new connections. Learn how innovative tools like NeuroVirt are making recovery more achievable, accessible, and empowering for stroke survivors.

A stroke or other forms of brain injury can change a person’s ability to move, speak, or even process information.

While these changes can be life-altering, the brain has an incredible ability to adapt and rebuild through a process called neuroplasticity. This means that, with the right therapy, patients can improve function and regain lost skills—even if full recovery isn’t always possible.

Extended Reality (XR), which includes Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR),is emerging as a powerful tool in neurorehabilitation.

By creating immersive,engaging, and scientifically designed therapy experiences, XR is helping stroke and brain injury survivors tap into their brain’s naturalability to rewire itself more effectively than ever before.
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Understanding Neuroplasticity: The Brain’s Ability to Reorganize

Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to form new connections and pathways in response to injury or experience. After a stroke or brain injury,areas of the brain that were once responsible for certain functions may n olonger work as they used to.

However, with the right repetitive and targeted exercises, other parts of the brain can learn to take over those functions.

Traditional rehabilitation relies on repetitive motion exercises to encourage this rewiring process.

However, these exercises can sometimes feel tedious or discouraging,making it difficult for patients to stay motivated. This is where XR can make adifference.

How XR Enhances Stroke and Brain Injury Rehabilitation

XR technology offers several advantages over traditional therapy, making rehabilitation more engaging, measurable, and effective:

• Increased Motivation Through Gamification: XR-based rehabilitation transforms repetitive exercises into interactive, game-like experiences. This helps keep patients motivated and engaged, which isc rucial for long-term progress.
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• Real-Time Feedback and Personalized Adjustments: XR can provide instant feedback on a patient’s movements, ensuring they perform exercises correctly. Unlike traditional therapy, where compensation patterns (such as using the stronger side of thebody too much) might go unnoticed, XR can detect and correct these movements in real-time.
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• Safe and Controlled Environment for High-Intensity Training: Rehabilitation often requires patients to push themselves to improve. XR allows for intensive therapy in asafe, controlled environment, reducing the risk of falls or injury while encouraging greater effort.
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•  Access to Therapy Anytime, Anywhere: Traditional rehabilitation requires frequent visits to a clinic, which can be challenging for many patients. XR opens the door to remote therapy options,allowing individuals to continue their rehabilitation from home while still being guided by data-driven insights.

Does XR Lead to Full Recovery?

It’s important to set realistic expectations. While neuroplasticity enables significant improvements, full recovery isn’t always possible.

However, XR-basedrehabilitation is designed to help patients reach their full recovery potential—maximizing their ability to regain movement, independence, and quality of life.

The key is consistency, and XR makes it easier to stay engaged in therapy for the long term.

Looking Ahead: The Future of XR in Neurorehabilitation

The integration of XR into stroke and brain injury rehabilitation is still evolving, but early results are promising.

As research continues, we are learning more about how immersive technology can accelerate recovery and provide new hope for patients navigating life after brain injury.

If you or a loved one are exploring rehabilitation options, XR offers an innovative, scientifically-backed approach to improving function andindependence.

The brain is always capable of change, and with the right tools, recovery potential can be maximized like never before.

What Is Error-Based Motor Learning - and Why Does It Matter in Stroke Recovery?

When we learn to move - whether it's our first steps as toddlers or relearning how tolift an arm after a stroke—we rely on feedback. Sometimes we get it right. Sometimes we don’t. But each time we move and make a mistake, our brain pays attention.

That’s the foundation of error-based motor learning - a powerful concept in neurorehabilitation that’s helping stroke survivors retrain their brains and regain movement.

What Is Error-Based Motor Learning?

Error-based motor learning is a process in which the brain learns new motor skills bymaking and correcting errors.

When a person attempts a movement and the outcome doesn’t match the intended goal, the brain uses that error as a signal to adjust future attempts. This trial-and-error mechanism is key to how we refine motor control over time.

In practical terms, this means that making mistakes isn’t just okay—it’s essential.

By recognizing discrepancies between what we intended to do and what actually happened, our nervous system updates its internal models and improves future performance.

Why Is This Important in Stroke Recovery?

Aftera stroke, the brain’s ability to control movement can be significantly disrupted. Muscles may be weak, coordination may be off, and familiar motions can feel foreign.

Traditional rehabilitation often focuses on repetition—and while repetition is important, repetition without feedback or variation can limit how much the brain learns.

Error-based learning offers a more dynamic approach. When a patient attempts a task and encounters difficulty, their brain gets valuable information about what went wrong.

With the right feedback and support, the brain can begin to form new pathways and compensate for damaged areas—a process known as neuroplasticity.

How Technology Enhances Error-Based Learning

This is where immersive technology like Extended Reality (XR) shines. In anXR rehab setting, patients can:

•   Attempt high-repetition movements in a safe, controlled environment

•   Receive real-time feedback on movement accuracy, timing, and posture

•   Correct their actions with gentle cues or prompts from the system

•   Engage with gamified tasks that encourage exploration, challenge, and improvement

These systems can be designed to introduce small, strategic errors that challenge the brain without overwhelming the patient - helping optimize the learning process.

And because the environment is interactive and motivating, patients are more likely to stay engaged, which is key to long-term progress.

The Role of Clinicians

While technology plays a huge role, skilled clinicians remain essential. Therapists can observe how patients respond to errors, adjust task difficulty, and offer guidance when needed.

Combining human expertise with technology allows for a tailored rehabilitation experience that adapts to each individual’s needs and progress.

A More Hopeful, Human Approach to Recovery

Error-based motor learning reframes mistakes not as failures, but as stepping stones to progress.

For many stroke survivors, this mindset shift is empowering. Recovery isn’t about perfection—it’s about persistence, feedback, and growth.

At NeuroVirt, we build our XR rehabilitation experiences around this principle.

Our goal is to give patients the tools- and the supportive environment - they need to explore, adapt, and rebuild their confidence one movement at a time.

Because every attempt, every misstep, and every correction brings you closer to recovery.