Fig. 4.

Future technologies and systems for personalized pain medicine. A patient experiencing lower back pain is wearing a smart wearable device integrated with sensors, analgesic technology, and AI. This AI-driven wearable detects the patient’s pain signals and formulates a personalized pain medicine plan to alleviate their discomfort. Additionally, the device continuously collects and analyzes the patient’s vital signs and displays them on a VR/AR panel. This helps assess the effectiveness of the pain management plan and monitors for potential issues such as medication overdose. When necessary, the patient can engage in remote interactions with healthcare providers via VR/AR technology to receive professional advice and educational support.