In this episode we talk with Dr. Pritha Multani about chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as pain in one part of the body that lasts for longer than 3 months. Up to 1 in 4 children will experience an episode of chronic pain. We discuss how trauma can double the risk of a child having chronic pain and review the most common locations of prolonged pain in children. We also discuss non-pharmacologic evidence-based strategies for reducing chronic pain including meditation, therapy, exercise and daily doses of joy and play. Be sure to listen to the full episode to learn more! 

Supplemental Information 

Free Resources 

• WebMap Mobile | Meg Foundation
• Tame the Beast
• Insight Timer
• Curable Health- Instagram
• Like Mind, Like Body Podcast - Curable Health
• The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW on Apple Podcasts
• Tell Me About Your Pain on Apple Podcasts
• ImaginAction | Meg Foundation
• Candle and Flower Breathing - Mindful and Calming Breathing Technique
• Creative Healing for Youth in Pain
• Solutions for Kids in Pain

Resources Associated with Cost 

• Curable
• Headspace
• Calm
• Pain Psychology Center
• The Comfort Ability