Backed By Research

‍In-House Developmental Study‍ ‍

An in-house explorative study of V-Thera in use with patients showing mild cognitive impairment illustrates the immediate effects of a session on V-Thera, suggesting renewed energy and engagement among users.

Virtual AAI Research‍ ‍

A collaborative study with International University of Health and Welfare (IUHW) in Narita, Japan, comparing mood scale scores before and after a two-minute MR experience with V-Thera shows a significant increase in feelings of refreshment and reductions in fatigue, depressive mood and anxiety. It confirms psychological effects comparable to conventional AAT, with the potential to deliver equivalent therapeutic benefits more safely.

Source: Reconstructed from ‘Changes In Mood Induced by MR Generated Animals’ (2025)‍

NPI-Q-J Assessment *

An NPI-Q-J-based assessment of emotional and behavioural symptoms in older adults with dementia after using AAI showed positive results across a variety of symptoms. These findings are supported by many other studies around the world.  

*Japan’s equivalent to NPI-Q

Source: ‘Effects of Animal-Assisted Intervention on Emotional Stability In Older Adults With Dementia’, Kawazoa, T (2025)‍ ‍

International University of Health and Welfare Study

In a study at their Narita Centenarian Health and Welfare Center, IUHW observed a number of outcomes among V-Thera users, including the promotion of spontaneous hand movements. They show V-Thera’s promise as an advanced form of dementia care that uses cutting-edge technology. As a result, over 80% of staff consulted expressed a desire to introduce the system into their care settings.