title: Pediatric chronic pain: there is hope.
abstract: Chronic pain is prevalent in children and can limit their ability to attend school, socialize with peers, and participate in physical activity. This article describes the advantages of using a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating and treating children with chronic pain and discusses medications and techniques for managing pain and restoring functionality.
authors.affiliation: Department of Anesthesiology, Mayo Clinic, USA.
authors.forename: Tracy
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Harrison
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000008:administration & dosage; D000700:Analgesics / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D002648:Child; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D006801:Humans; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D033183:Interdisciplinary Communication; D010146:Pain / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012064:Relaxation Therapy
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000700:Analgesics; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives