Pain Medicine Care Complex - Children's National Medical Center

Children's Pain Medicine Care Complex is one of only a few programs in the country focused exclusively on managing pain for infants, children, and teens. When children are unable to express their pain in words, our pediatric specialists have the unique insight to help. Our multidisciplinary approach enables us to treat your child's physical symptoms as well as the psychological and emotional aspects of pain. We consider how a child feels and perceives pain, and take steps in care to reduce their fears and their family's anxieties. Conditions We Care For There is no typical pain patient. The team looks at every part of a child's pain. We develop a unique treatment plan that may blend traditional medicine and alternative therapies to best fit the needs of each patient.The team helps children affected by long-term pain, usually lasting 4 to 6 weeks, who have not responded to standard treatments, and patients with certain conditions, including:• Avascular necrosis• Discogenic pain• Fibromyalgia• HIV• Neuropathic pain• Osteoarthritis• Phantom limb pain• Rheumatoid disease• Sickle cell disease Specialized Psychological Support ServicePsychological therapy is an important part of the comprehensive care we provide to patients and their families. Children and teens with chronic pain often miss out on activities they enjoy, like hanging out with friends or playing sports. The absence of such normal childhood connections can...
Source: Psychology of Pain - Category: Psychiatrists and Psychologists Source Type: blogs