Astrid Lindgren Children’s Hospital is using Mindergy VR as a tool to help children feel calmer and more secure in healthcare environments.
For many children, medical situations such as blood tests, vaccinations, examinations, or treatments can feel stressful or frightening. Virtual reality is therefore becoming an increasingly valuable tool for reducing anxiety and improving the overall patient experience.
How VR distraction therapy works
Mindergy VR uses immersive distraction therapy to help patients shift focus away from discomfort and anxiety toward calming or engaging experiences. Through VR environments, children can reduce stress and anxiety, focus on positive stimuli, feel safer in clinical settings and experience more positive healthcare interactions.
The platform includes calming nature environments, guided breathing exercises, mindfulness experiences, child-friendly interactive VR games.
Preventing healthcare anxiety in children
Early negative healthcare experiences can have long-term effects, contributing to medical fear, dental anxiety, and avoidance of care later in life. VR in pediatric care can help to improve patient comfort during procedures, reduce procedural anxiety, create more positive healthcare experiences and support long-term trust in healthcare environments. This is not only about improving the moment itself, but also about shaping healthier long-term associations with healthcare.
The future of patient-centered pediatric care
There is a growing interest in non-pharmacological tools for stress and anxiety reduction in healthcare settings. The use of Mindergy VR at Astrid Lindgren Children’s Hospital is another example of how healthcare providers are exploring new ways to create safer, more patient-centered experiences for children and young patients. We are proud to be part of this development.
