Arthur cats and chamomile in the neurology department of the Piacenza hospital: the meetings with patients will excite you

There pet therapy It is increasingly affirming itself as a valid support in the medical care and the psychophysical well -being of patients. TO Piacenza The USL company has started an innovative Assisted activity project with animals (AAA) dedicated to the patients of the department of Neurology.

This initiative, created in collaboration with the Alice Association. Piacenza and the Ciuchini hill, has the aim of improving the quality of life of the degents through The interaction with dogs and catsthus integrating traditional treatments with a more human and engaging approach.

One of the most significant aspects of the project is the presence of sociable and trained animals, such as i cats Arthur and chamomilewhich support the Pet Therapist Irene Ghiadon in hospital sessions and rest homes. Arthur, with a more calm character, and chamomile, more lively and extroverted, help patients relax, stimulating positive emotions and promoting socialization.

How bi-settimanal meetings are structured

According to Paola Bardasi, general director of the Ausl of Piacenza, this activity represents a added value in patient careallowing them to be followed not only from a clinical, but also emotional point of view. Paolo Immovilli himself, director of the neurology department, underlines the scientific importance of Pet Therapy in improvement of physical, psychological and social recovery. Thanks to the presence of animals, patients can find motivation in therapy and face the rehabilitation path with greater serenity.

The initiative provides Bi-settimanal meetingsduring which patients interact with animals in different ways. Some may caress them and take care of them directly in their room, while others participate in interactive games or group activities in the hospital corridors. This approach helps to reduce anxiety and stress, develop self -control and improve motor and cognitive skills.

The experience of the operators of the Ciuchini hill confirms how much animals can create a deep bond with patients. Francesca Ronchetti highlights the value of non -verbal communication between man and animalwhile Monica Morelli underlines how the dogs involved, including Miura, demonstrate a marked empathy towards hospitalized people.

Thanks to the support of the Alice Association., This project is added to other initiatives already active in the area, such as the Pet Therapy at the rehabilitation center of Fiorenzuola d’Arda, once again demonstrating the effectiveness of the interaction with animals in promoting The recovery and psychophysical well -being of patients.