Smileyscope
VR tech for child-friendly medical distraction
Smileyscope is a Melbourne-based startup that aims to transform the medical experience for children. They have developed a unique virtual reality (VR) technology that helps to distract and comfort pediatric patients during painful or stressful medical procedures, such as injections or blood tests. Their goal is to reduce fear, pain, and anxiety in a child-friendly and engaging manner.
The team at Smileyscope has carefully designed their VR content to be both entertaining and educational, with each scenario explaining the medical procedure in a way that's understandable to children. This makes the medical process less intimidating and more transparent for young patients. Their solution has been positively received by healthcare providers and is currently being used in hospitals and clinics across Australia.