Chronic pain in pediatrics

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of pediatric patients suffering from chronic pain and the best practices for treating this challenging patient population. With newer technologies and therapies emerging for pediatric patients in chronic pain, there are now opportunities to provide comprehensive therapies that lead to long-term improvements in outcomes. The paper discusses alternatives to opioid therapies in order to provide an overview of treatments for pediatric patients with chronic pain. It also explores best practices for opioid management and the newest devices as direct therapies for pediatric chronic pain patients. The paper extensively discusses multidisciplinary clinics, opioid alternatives, and interventions, and includes resources for patients, families, and healthcare providers for further education.

Keywords: Interventional pain management; Multidisciplinary clinics; Multimodal analgesia; Opioid alternatives; Pediatric chronic pain.