{"id":506709,"date":"2026-02-27T03:34:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T03:34:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/506709\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T03:34:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T03:34:07","slug":"gaming-technology-as-part-of-paediatric-cancer-pain-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/506709\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaming technology as part of paediatric cancer pain management"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Technologies, such as extended reality, is at the core of a new study looking into how technologies can be more effectively integrated into cancer care for paediatric patients.<\/p>\n

\"\"Dr Karin Plummer <\/p>\n

Dr Karin Plummer from Griffith University\u2019s School of Nursing and Midwifery has launched the XR4Kids<\/a> study to understand families\u2019 and clinicians\u2019 experiences, identify barriers to access, and explore how XR could be safely and sustainably implemented to support children during cancer treatment.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile virtual reality is being used in some hospitals, access varies significantly and it is rarely embedded into routine cancer treatment pathways,\u201d Dr Plummer said.<\/p>\n

\u201cCancer treatment can be a difficult and distressing time for children and we want to prevent long-term physical and psychological impact on the patient.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat\u2019s when technology can help as it assists in managing pain and distress by changing what the brain pays attention to.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo delve into the different aspects of extended reality technology and its benefits, we\u2019ll hear from families, children and young people aged 8-18 years with lived experience of childhood cancer treatment, and healthcare professionals with interest or experience using extended reality in children\u2019s cancer care.\u201d<\/p>\n

Participants from around the country would be invited to either join a small online community or take part in an online interview.<\/p>\n

Dr Plummer said the research was important as it explored safer, non-invasive ways to reduce children\u2019s pain during cancer care.<\/p>\n

\u201cVirtual reality immerses children in engaging experiences which draw attention away from pain, giving them greater comfort and a sense of control alongside standard medical care,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cAdditionally, we also want it to be easy to use for clinicians.\u201d<\/p>\n

The study will run from 9-16 March.<\/p>\n

For more information on the study or to register your interest, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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