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Lego MRI Kits Help Children Overcome Anxiety Before Medical Scans

ReutersNovember 6, 20251 min773 views
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Preparing Children for MRI Scans

  • 🏥 Lego MRI kits are being distributed to hospitals worldwide to help children prepare for real MRI scans.
  • 💡 The goal is to reduce children's anxiety and nervousness associated with the large, noisy equipment and the need to lie still.

The Role of Play and Familiarity

  • 🧸 By playing with the miniature Lego kits, children can familiarize themselves with the examination process.
  • 🚀 This preparation empowers children, making them more comfortable and less apprehensive during the actual scan.
  • ✅ The initiative aims to enable children to complete MRI scans without the need for anesthesia.
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