# Anxiety-Reducing Syringes The Syrinx Aims to Make Inoculations a Positive Childhood Experience By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-06-27 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-syrinx References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/25/#####-of-the-syrinx/) & [daysofdesign](http://daysofdesign.com/) The Syrinx by Jesper Nilsson is a neat little gadget that is aimed to reduce the amount of [stress and tears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worry-monster) that are often associated with a child's [first blood test](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adison-vein-locator). Meant to look like a cute little critter, the Syrinx comes with a book that immerses the child in what is about to happen, after which the child is allowed to choose which Syrinx they would like used. This allows the child some form of control in a stressful situation. At the end of it, the needle is detached from the Syrinx, and it is taken home as a [new toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugimals-antianxiety-plushie). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Anxiety-reducing Medical Devices:** The development of medical devices, such as the Syrinx, that aim to reduce stress and anxiety during medical procedures provides an opportunity for healthcare companies to improve patient experience and satisfaction. - **Child-friendly Healthcare:** The trend towards child-friendly healthcare through the use of creative devices like the Syrinx presents opportunities for pediatric healthcare providers to differentiate themselves by offering a more enjoyable patient experience. - **Patient Empowerment in Healthcare:** The Syrinx's approach of giving young children a sense of control over their medical experience can inspire innovations that promote patient empowerment across all age groups in healthcare. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can leverage anxiety-reducing medical devices like the Syrinx to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes. - **Pediatric Healthcare:** Pediatric healthcare providers can use child-friendly devices and procedures like the Syrinx to create a better patient experience and encourage repeat visits. - **Medical Device Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of medical devices can create more stress-reducing devices like the Syrinx to satisfy a growing need for patient-centered care. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Medical Preparation Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-preparation-toy.md) - [Child-Friendly Medication Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singing-bottle.md) - [Playful Medical Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoobree-nebulizer.md) - [VR-Based Pain Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smileyscope.md) - [Toy-Like Duck-Inspired Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducky-thermometer.md) - [Wearable Drug Delivery Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-injector.md) - [Noninvasive Digital Stress Relievers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vagus-nerve-stimulator.md) - [Lollipop-Style COVID Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/covid19-saliva-testing-tool.md) - [Connected Insulin Injection Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-insulin-pen-caps.md)