Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS) Resources
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Infant
Infants may display different behaviors when they are irritable or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Newborn/Neonate
Newborn babies and babies born prematurely may show different behaviors when they are irritable, uncomfortable or stressed. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your School-age Child
School-age children may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Teen
Teens may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Toddler
Toddlers may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
For Parents and Caregivers
Desensitization Technique Videos for AMPS
Check out our video library of desensitization techniques for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.
Condition Management
Imagination for Relaxation
The ability to think in images or pictures is a skill that comes easily to children and teens, and can also be helpful for pain management.
Opioids for Pain Relief
A doctor may prescribe an opioid pain medicine (also called a narcotic) for your child. Learn more about how opioids work.
Forms
Center for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome Patient Intake
http://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/center-amplified-musculoskeletal-pain-syndrome/patient-intake
All new patients of the Center for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome must complete this intake form.
PT/OT Intake for Your Child's AMPS Appointment
http://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/center-amplified-musculoskeletal-pain-syndrome/pt-ot-intake
An assessment by physical and/or occupational therapy may be part of your clinical visit. In order to best serve your child's needs, please complete this form.
Videos
Abdominal Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome
Recommended tips and techniques to help you desensitize your abdomen if you're living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.
Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome Desensitization Techniques
An overview of desensitization techniques for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.
Brushing Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain
Learn about brushing as a desensitization technique for people living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.
Head and Hair Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome
Desensitization techniques for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS) for your head and hair.
Ice Rub Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain
An ice rub is one recommended desensitization technique for people living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.
Massage Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome
Massage can be a useful desensitization technique for people living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS).
Tapping Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome
Audible tapping can be used as a desensitization technique for people living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS).
Towel Rub Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain
People living with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome can use a towel rub as a desensitization technique.
Vibration Desensitization for Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome
Vibration can be used as a desensitization technique for people with Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome.