Radiotherapy
Preparing with VR
Will your child start radiotherapy soon? Our virtual reality videos can help them prepare. They show what the radiotherapy process looks like in a calm and clear way.
Preparation
Your child will be irradiated for a few weeks every day for a few minutes. Healthy body parts are kept out of the irradiation area as much as possible or covered with lead shields.
In advance
The radiation physician (radiotherapist) uses computer models to calculate exactly how much radiation your child receives and from what angle(s) they are irradiated.
During the irradiation, your child must lie still so that the rays reach exactly the right place. To help your child, we measure a mask, mattress and / or support. When the tool is ready, your child can practice with the medical pedagogical staff member how the irradiation goes.
The radiotherapy
During the irradiation your child lies alone in a large room for a few minutes. You can see your child and talk to him/her through a live connection.
Stichting Haarwensen
If your child receives radiotherapy to the head, their hair may fall out. Many children are comfortable wearing a cap or hat, but some children find it difficult to deal with having a bald head. In that case, you can contact Stichting Haarwensen. They create a free wig for your child.
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