Gaming and Tech Injury Medicine Program

OVERVIEW

The Stanford Gaming and Tech Injury Medicine Program is a pioneering initiative led by Dr. Raymond Chou, dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and research of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions that develop from prolonged interaction with electronic devices.

This innovative program brings together specialists across multiple disciplines to support professional and collegiate esports athletes, recreational gamers, and technology professionals.

Patients receive comprehensive care beginning with a detailed medical evaluation, followed by individualized plans that may include ergonomic and postural optimization, hand and occupational therapy, and non-surgical or surgical interventions when needed.

Hand Therapy Lead Vansen Wong plays a key role in guiding recovery and performance optimization for gamers, using current techniques in rehabilitation and injury prevention to help patients restore function and maintain peak performance. He provides a holistic and collaborative approach to patient care, emphasizing comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment to help patients restore function, reduce pain, and improve performance in daily and occupational activities. His clinical interests include acute and chronic injury management, with a focus on repetitive strain and posture-related conditions in gamers and technology professionals.

OUR TEAM

Raymond Chou, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Physiatrist

Dr. Raymond Chou is a hand and upper extremity physiatrist specializing in non-operative treatment for musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions affecting the shoulder, arm, wrist, and hand.

Dr. Chou earned his medical degree at Northwestern University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. His research interests include dynamic compressive neuropathies and neuromodulation technologies, and he has presented his findings at numerous national conferences.

Dr. Chou enjoys working with gamers and tech workers on their recovery from repetitive strain injuries. He holds additional certifications in point-of-care nerve and musculoskeletal ultrasonography and electromyography to aid in diagnosis. He also provides cutting-edge treatment options including nerve hydrodissection, muscle blocks, and shockwave therapy.

Vansen Wong, OTR/L, CHT

Hand Therapist, Occupational Therapist

Vansen Wong is an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist specializing in the evaluation and rehabilitation of the hand and upper extremity. He is part of Stanford’s Hand Therapy Rehabilitation team in Redwood City.

Vansen earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and his master’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Southern California. He is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists.

Outside of his clinical work, Vansen enjoys playing video games, tennis, and jogging.

Collaborating Faculty

After your initial evaluation with our team, we may connect you for further evaluation with our collaborating faculty of specialists in various disciplines, including interventional spine and sports medicine.