Local Health Authority of Rieti

Oncology in central Lazio: therapeutic virtual reality to accompany patients during chemotherapy in the province's reference clinic.

Local Health Authority of Rieti

Oncology in central Lazio: therapeutic virtual reality to accompany patients during chemotherapy in the province's reference clinic.

The Challenge

Cancer patients in the province of Rieti undergo chemotherapy in a local setting where continuity of care is a fundamental value. The Oncology department was looking for a non-pharmacological tool capable of reducing anticipatory anxiety and distress during infusion sessions, which would be accessible to a diverse population and manageable by staff without added complexity.

Cancer patients in the province of Rieti undergo chemotherapy in a local setting where continuity of care is a fundamental value. The Oncology department was looking for a non-pharmacological tool capable of reducing anticipatory anxiety and distress during infusion sessions, which would be accessible to a diverse population and manageable by staff without added complexity.

Manageable by nursing staff without additional complexities.

Our strategy

We have activated LEMO in Oncology with staff training and shoulder-to-shoulder support during the initial sessions. Immersive experiences accompany patients throughout the duration of the infusion, reducing the perception of time. Adoption has quickly consolidated: staff propose the headset as part of the routine care.

We have activated LEMO in Oncology with staff training and shoulder-to-shoulder support during the initial sessions. Immersive experiences accompany patients throughout the duration of the infusion, reducing the perception of time. Adoption has quickly consolidated: staff propose the headset as part of the routine care.

Patients recognize LEMO as part of their care experience.

The result

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Oncology department

10yes

For diving

100%

Trained staff