Ep. 218 Practical Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Children: Insights with Dr. William Frye Part 2

Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Practical Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Children: Insights with Dr. William Frye In this episode, Dr. William Frye delves into practical strategies for families and clinicians to help children manage chronic pain. Building on the challenges discussed in part one, he emphasizes the importance of non-pharmacological and multidisciplinary approaches, including sleep, nutrition, and healthy routines, alongside mental health. Dr. Frye highlights the significance of tracking headaches, establishing functional goals, and reducing catastrophizing thoughts through psychoeducation. Additionally, he shares success stories and offers hopeful perspectives for families navigating chronic pain management. 00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One 00:21 Practical Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain 00:57 Non-Pharmacological Approaches 04:52 Importance of Sleep and Healthy Routines 07:02 Tracking and Understanding Headaches 11:49 Focus on Functionality Over Pain Reduction 17:03 Psychoeducation and Pain Catastrophizing 19:51 Success Stories and Final Thoughts Click here for the YouTube Channel Click here for the YouTube channel Support the show When I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD. Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn’t replace per...