Starlight Care | Awarness For Chronic Pain

In the land down under, a silent epidemic is affecting our youngest and most vulnerable. As we observe Chronic Pain Week, it’s crucial to shine a light on a startling statistic: 1 in 5 Australian children lives with chronic pain. This invisible condition not only impacts their daily lives but also casts a long shadow over their future prospects.

Understanding Chronic Pain in Children

Chronic pain in children is defined as persistent or recurrent pain lasting more than three months. It can manifest in various forms, including:

Headaches and migraines
Abdominal pain
Musculoskeletal pain
Fibromyalgia
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)

Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning signal, chronic pain often persists long after its initial cause has resolved, becoming a condition in its own right.