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ArticleJMIR serious games2026

Investigating the Usability of a Multidimensional Metaverse Rehabilitation Platform for Survivors of Colorectal Cancer: Mixed Research Design Experiment.

Yuru Hu, Zheng Ruan, Huan Peng, Zhongmou Huang, Xinhui Yu, Lu Cai, Yao Xiao, Bo Chen, Xinyu Huang, Qiufen Sun and 2 more

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Yuru Hu *Department of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6465-7843
Zheng Ruan *Department of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0005-3291-9366
Huan PengTeaching and Research Section of Clinical Nursing, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3073-5708
Zhongmou HuangDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4802-6715
Xinhui YuDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0006-8161-1250
Lu CaiDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0008-8461-3053
Yao XiaoDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0008-5797-6350
Bo ChenDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6238-8328
Xinyu HuangDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0003-8048-9861
Qiufen SunDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0003-8215-0044
Haiyan ZhuoDepartment of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0004-2235-6865
Qu Shen *Department of Colorectal Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China, 86 17274967315.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0166-1735

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Abstract

Background: Metaverse technology is transforming health care, offering a wide range of applications in telemedicine, clinical care, education, mental health, and physical well-being. Objective: This study aimed to explore the usability of a multidimensional metaverse rehabilitation platform for survivors of colorectal cancer. The platform integrates exercise training, dietary guidance, mental health education, and behavioral management. Methods: A mixed research design was used. Survivors of colorectal cancer and their family members were recruited at the affiliated hospital to use the Metaverse multimodal rehabilitation platform. The platform's performance was quantitatively evaluated using Post-Study System Usability Questionnaires (PSSUQs) and System Usability Scales (SUSs). The average scores and SDs for each dimension were calculated, and the results were depicted using radar charts and violin plots. Additionally, correlation analysis was concurrently used to investigate score variations across diverse dimensions concerning different demographic factors. Structured questions were used to conduct qualitative interviews with participants to gather their opinions, suggestions, and perceived benefits regarding the platform. Results: The data from a total of 18 participants were ultimately included, with an average age of 47 (SD 3.73) years. The overall SUS score was 65 (SD 4.157), and the average total score of PSSUQ was 80 (median 90, IQR 20). No statistically significant differences (P>.05) were observed in the overall scores and dimension scores of the SUS and PSSUQ across gender, age, and educational level distributions. The radar chart illustrates that the learnability score for the metaverse platform was the lowest (mean 61.11, IQR 5.08), while the Interaction Quality score was the highest (median 86.67, IQR 27). The results of the qualitative interviews indicated that users were generally highly satisfied with the platform's content, finding it comprehensive, diverse in format, and convenient to use. However, the platform's operation was not yet sufficiently streamlined, and its learnability still needs improvement. The metaverse multidimensional rehabilitation platform demonstrates clinical usability and holds potential to enhance the quality of life for survivors. Conclusions: The platform demonstrated strong clinical usability and received high ratings for several parameters. Learnability, usability, and satisfaction levels were found to be satisfactory, with no significant correlations with demographic factors.

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chemotherapycolorectal cancercolorectal cancer survivorsdietexercisehealth educationinterventioninterventionsirregular bowelmetaversemultidimensional rehabilitationquality of liferadiation therapysexual dysfunctionsurvivor

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