A
Major Project Report
On
PAIN-VR : VIRTUAL REALITY FOR PAIN RELIEF
ubmitted in partial fulfillment of the
S
Requirements for the award of the degree of
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
In
Computer Science and Engineering
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Submitted By
M. Koushik Rao 21R21A6631
B. Sai Chaitanya 21R21A6606
R.Shiva Kumar 21R21A6647
M. Ritika Bala 21R21A6632
Under the Guidance of
Mrs G.Sowmya
Assistant Professor
Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
(Affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University)
2021-2025
Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence
& Machine Learning
CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the project report titled PAIN-VR : VIRTUAL
REALITY FOR PAIN RELIEF is being submitted by M. Koushik Rao bearing
roll no. 21R21A6631, B. Sai Chaitanya bearing roll no. 21R21A6606, R. Shiva
Kumar bearing roll no. 21R21A6647 and M. Ritika Bala bearing roll no.
21R21A6632, In we B.Tech IV II semester Computer Science and
Engineering-Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning is a recordbonafidework
carriedoutbythem.Theresultsembodiedinthisreporthavenotbeensubmittedto
any other University for the award of any degree.
Internal Guide Project-Coordinator HOD
CSE-AIML External Examiner
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Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
DECLARATION
We hereby declare that the project entitled PAIN-VR : VIRTUAL
REALITY FOR PAIN RELIEF is theworkdoneduringtheperiodfromAugust
2024toMay2025andissubmittedinpartialfulfillmentoftherequirementsforthe
award of degree of Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and
Engineering-Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning from Jawaharlal Nehru
Technology University, Hyderabad. The results embodied in this project have not
beensubmittedtoanyotheruniversityorInstitutionfortheawardofanydegreeor
diploma.
.Koushik Rao
M 21R21A6631
B.Sai Chaitanya 21R21A6606
R.Shiva Kumar 21R21A6647
M.Ritika Bala 21R21A6632
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Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The satisfaction and euphoria that accompanythesuccessfulcompletionof
anytaskwouldbeincompletewithoutthementionofpeoplewhomadeitpossible,
whoseconstantguidanceandencouragementcrownedoureffortswithsuccess.Itis
a pleasant aspect that we now have theopportunitytoexpressourgratitudetothe
Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning.
Firstofall,wewouldliketoexpressourdeepgratitudetowardsourinternal
guide Mrs. G.Sowmya, AssistantProfessor,DepartmentofComputerScienceand
Engineering-Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning for her support in the
completionofourdissertation.WewishtoexpressoursincerethankstoDr.K.Sai
Prasad, HOD, Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial
Intelligence & Machine Learning for providing the facilities to complete the
dissertation.
WewouldliketothankallourManagement,Principal,ProjectCoordinator,
faculty and friends for their help and constructive criticism during the project
period. Finally, we are very much indebted to our parents for their moralsupport
and encouragement to achieve goals.
M.Koushik Rao 21R21A6631
.Sai Chaitanya
B 21R21A6606
R.Shiva Kumar 21R21A6647
M.Ritika Bala 21R21A6632
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Department of Computer Science and Engineering-Artificial Intelligence &
Machine Learning
ABSTRACT
PainVRisavirtualrealityprojectdevelopedforpainreliefforpatientswhohaveto
go through certain medical treatments. The system is designed to be immersive,
age-specificforcateringtotheneedsofthevariousagegroupsofpatients,whichare
channeled into three categories: children aged 2-16, adults aged 17-50, and older
adultsabove50.Thosespecificgroupsreceivetailoredcontent,includinginteractive
games with AI-driven cartoon characters for kids, AI therapist-guidedinteractions
for adults, and spiritual guidance through reveredfiguresandholybooksforolder
adults. Apart from the core experience in VR, all users get the presence of anAI
therapist, whichfosterspersonalizedemotionalandpsychologicalsupportforeach.
The project uses multi-sensory engagement and real-time feedback to provide an
all-encompassing therapeutic experience aimed at alleviating physical discomfort
and emotional pain. Pain VR is a non-pharmacological alternative for traditional
pain management by using advanced VR technology and AI.
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APPENDIX-1
LIST OF FIGURES
LIST OF FIGURES
Fig No Description of Figure Page
No
Fig 3.4.1 Content Diagram of the project 13
Fig 3.5.1 Flow chart representing the workflow of the 15
VR pain management system.
Fig 3.5.2 I interaction flow diagram illustrating the
A 16
personalized interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.3.1 I interaction data flow diagram illustrating the
A 19
personalized interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.1 Use Case diagram illustrating the personalized 20
interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.2 Class diagram illustrating the personalized 21
interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.3 Sequence diagram illustrating the personalized 22
interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.4 Activity diagram illustrating the personalized 22
interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.5 Component diagram illustrating the personalized 23
interaction and monitoring process.
Fig 4.4.6 Deployment diagram illustrating the personalized 24
interaction and the monitoring process.
Fig 4.5.1 Module diagram illustrating the working of Pain VR. 27
Fig 5.1.1 Flow of Pain VR: AI-Powered Virtual Pain Management 29
System.
Fig 5.1.2 Flow of AI NPC Interactions in Pain VR. 30
Fig 5.2.1 Real-Time Monitoring of User Responses and 33
Adaptive Interactions in Pain VR.
Fig 5.3.1 Comprehensive Character Interactions: Initial 36
Assessment and Personalized Interactive Sessions
in Pain VR.
Fig 6.1.1 Dora character selection menu. 52
Fig 6.1.2 Sadhguru character selection menu. 52
Fig 6.1.3 Sara character selection menu. 53
Fig 6.1.4 Dora Character Assigned to Its Scene with Demi Dragon 53
in Pain VR.
Fig 6.1.5 Immersive and Playful Virtual Environment 54
Designed for Children in Pain VR.
Fig 6.1.6 Sara Character Assigned to Her Scene in a 54
Therapeutic
Fig 6.1.7 Calm and Therapeutic Virtual Environment Designed for 55
Sara in Pain VR.
Fig 6.1.8 A Calming and Interactive Healing Space in Pain VR. 55
Fig 6.1.9 Sadhguru Character Assigned to His Scene in a 56
Spiritual Environment in Pain VR.
ig
F Grand Entrance to the Spiritual Temple in Pain VR. 56
6.1.10
Fig Divine Hanuman Idol in the Spiritual Realm of Pain VR 57
6.1.11
Fig Sacred and Tranquil Temple Setting in Pain VR. 57
6.1.12
Fig 6.2.1 Emotional Well-Being Ratings of Npc characters. 59
Fig 6.2.2 Average Engagement Time Across Age Groups. 60
Fig 6.2.3 Pain Reduction Across Age Groups and Pain 60
Types
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APPENDIX-2
LIST OF TABLES
LIST OF TABLES
Table No Description of Table Page
No
Table 2.4.1 Comparison table between the existing systems and 7
the proposed system.
Table 2.5.1 Work Evaluation Table to keep a track of the system’s 8
progress.
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APPENDIX-3
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
ABBREVIATIONS
VR Virtual Reality
AI Artificial Intelligence
NPC Non-Playable Character
UI User Interface
API Application Programming Interface
ML Machine Learning
SDK Software Development Kit
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APPENDIX-4
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