Development and feasibility testing of a Pain Neuroscience Education program for children with chronic pain: treatment protocol.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Current treatment for adults with chronic pain often includes Pain Neuroscience Education (PNE) to make people understand the nature underlying their pain and thus provides a clear rational for a biopsychosocial approach. Despite recommendations to use Pain Neuroscience Education as well in children with chronic pain, a specific program, tailored to children aged 6-12 years is lacking. OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to develop a Pain Neuroscience Education program for children with chronic pain and test its feasibility. METHODS:First the internet and scientific literature was searched for sources (e.g., books, videos, etc.) that might be supportive in teaching children about the neurophysiology of pain. Based on this content, we developed a Pain Neuroscience Education prog

SUBMITTER: Pas R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5993952 | biostudies-literature | 2018 May - Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature