The below-referenced video discusses amplified pain syndrome. My son and I tell the story of how this condition personally affected him and our family. We discuss symptoms and the need for extensive workup to rule out other conditions. We discuss the theorized pathophysiology of this condition and its likeness with complex regional pain syndrome. We discuss the recommended treatment of this disorder, including cognitive retraining that the pain is not harmful, intense exercise, psychology, creativity, and positive reframing. I offer a warning to health care providers regarding labeling patients that have complaints without clear objective findings. I give hope and encouragement to patients to keep looking if they don't have adequate answers.
Here is the link: youtu.be/7t0gQva_bh0
Hope this helps you or your loved ones!
Jason Williams, D.O.