Animations that help children fight the fear of surgery
He, in turn, reinforces the sense of uncertainty and anxiety about the results of treatment. For children, hospitalization is particularly difficult. Treatments for orthopedic conditions, followed by rehabilitation, offer a chance to break up prolonged suffering, but limit young patients' contact with loved ones and peers, which is contrary to their natural needs.
Drs. Michal and Marta Tomczuk of the Children's Activity Center Skakanka skakanka.com.pl, which works with the Paley European Institute, talk about how to help the youngest prepare for medical consultations and surgeries.
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