Kids go from needle phobia to having whale of a time
A world-first trial has found virtual reality can significantly reduce pain, distress and anxiety
29th May 2019
An interactive underwater adventure is helping improve what can be a scary experience for children — procedures involving needles.
Dr Paul Leong and paediatric research fellow Dr Evelyn Chan. Photo: Monash Health
In a world-first trial, Monash Children’s Hospital and the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne have found significant reductions in feelings of pain, distress and anxiety among children