Robot buddy calms kids during bandage changes
NCT ID NCT07549191
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a social robot could reduce fear and pain in children aged 5 to 10 during wound dressing. Sixty children were split into two groups: one interacted with the robot while getting their wound dressed, and the other received standard care. Researchers measured fear and pain levels before and after the procedure using child-friendly scales.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Social robot
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to make wound care less scary and painful for children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 60 children. Results may not apply to all kids or settings, and the robot might not help everyone.
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Locations
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Çorum Osmancık Esentepe neighbourhood destan street no 8
Çorum, Osmancık, 19500, Turkey (Türkiye)