Chronic pain in children and teenagers can lead to severe disability. This is particularly true when kids give up activities because the pain overwhelms them. A recent study has shown that children and teenagers living with chronic pain have experienced less pain and better functioning after being treated with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). So […]
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Your Own Free Library Service – PMH Library
I dropped by the library at PMH today and spoke with Helen the librarian. Together we reviewed the collection on arthritis and parenting children with a chronic conditon. I borrowed a book called The Resilient Family -Living with your child’s illness or disability. Helen told me the parenting books are frequently borrowed as they are […]
Who Is Your Rheumatology Liaison Nurse?
Debbie Tunbridge is the Rheumatology Liaison Nurse for the Rheumatology Department at PMH. She has held this position for several years and is very experienced in the management of rheumatological conditions. Parents can call Debbie if your child is a patient of the Rheumatology Department and – you have a question about your child’s condition […]