Too Complex to Treat? Equity in Access to Inpatient Pediatric Pain Rehabilitation.

A study published in Hospital Pediatrics examines disparities in access to inpatient pediatric pain rehabilitation programs, questioning whether children with greater medical complexity face barriers to receiving this specialized care. The research highlights equity concerns in how young patients are selected for—or excluded from—intensive pain rehabilitation, which often involves interdisciplinary teams including physical therapists. Findings have direct implications for PT professionals working in pediatric pain management settings.

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