WEBINAR | Pain in Pediatric Rheumatic Conditions

The term "rheumatology" can be confusing, and many people—including healthcare providers—are unaware that children and adolescents can develop conditions like arthritis and lupus. Rheumatologic diseases are autoimmune, inflammatory disorders that affect multiple body systems, including the musculoskeletal system. Diagnosing these conditions can be challenging, resulting in significant delays in diagnosis and treatment. In pediatric rheumatic diseases, inflammation is a key driver of pain, and untreated inflammation increases the risk of chronic pain. In this webinar, Megan Curran, MD, clarifies what rheumatologic diseases are—and what they are not. She also discusses the three types of pain she commonly sees in her patients —namely, inflammatory, mechanical, and amplified —and shares how she approaches their treatment.