Chronic Pain Resources
Chronic pain when something has hurt for a long time and isn’t going away.
To manage chronic pain, you really have to understand how it works. Understanding the three headed monster that is the BioPsychoSocial model of pain is KEY. It’s the way to open up all the opportunities to be more comfortable and in control.
Our favorite books and guides
Blog Post
Keep Calm and Carry On: A Pediatric Headache Specialist Shares Her Tips for Helping Kids Feel Better
As a pediatric headache specialist, I love teaching kids about headaches and partnering with them to improve their pain. Seeing kids get back to what they love (sports, music, hanging out with friends) is so rewarding! Let’s walk through some helpful information about headaches.
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ComfortAbility
An amazing program from Boston Children's Hospital designed to help children with chronic pain (and their parents!) learn strategies to better manage pain and improve their ability to do the things they want to do.
Blog Post
Pain Management and Prevention Techniques for Gender Diverse Youth
At Meg Foundation, we’re all about empowering children and families with resources that will help them be more comfortable and less anxious during medical procedures. For trans and gender diverse youth, the word “empowerment” is a critical part of their medical vocabulary.
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