Noninvasive treatments for pediatric complex regional pain syndrome: a focused review.
This is a review of current literature of noninvasive treatments for pediatric complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). There are a variety of noninvasive approaches to the treatment of pain, but few pediatric-focused studies have been published in regard to CRPS. In comparison with adult CRPS, there is a greater need for behavioral approaches in children to enable coping with difficult symptoms. Current gaps in knowledge include mechanisms triggering CRPS, pediatric-focused diagnostic criteria, validated tests that are diagnostically specific, definitive treatment protocols, age-based medication recommendations, and validation of specific noninvasive treatments in pediatric populations. Intensive multidisciplinary treatment is supported by high recovery rates and a family-centered approach that allows continuation of goals into the community environment.
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation, 2801 MLK Jr. Dr., Cleveland, OH 44104(∗). Electronic address: katholb@ccf.org.
Benjamin R
BR
Katholi
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation, Cleveland, OH(†)(‡).
Suzanne S
SS
Daghstani
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation, Cleveland, OH(†)(‡).
Gerard A
GA
Banez
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH(§).
Kimberly K
KK
Brady
D002648:Child; D020918:Complex Regional Pain Syndromes / Q000628:therapy*; D019468:Disease Management; D006801:Humans; D010147:Pain Measurement / Q000379:methods*