Because no child deserves
to suffer needless pain
Although children experience pain just as adults do, its impact is more pronounced and its treatment more complex. Poorly treated pain in children affects everyone – the child, the family, and those who provide care.
ChildKind certification recognizes best practices in pediatric pain management
Join the community of ChildKind certified hospitals where pediatric pain management is considered an institutional priority.
Making children’s comfort the cornerstone of compassionate medical care
ChildKind International
ChildKind International works to improve the quality of pediatric pain care around the world through:
- The awarding of an international certification of excellence in pediatric pain relief.
- An open exchange of knowledge, best practices, and protocols in the prevention and treatment of pain.
15-20%
Number of children affected by pain
Myth
Pain cannot be accurately assessed in children
Myth
Children are less sensitive to pain than adults
Truth
Most pain can be prevented, treated, or reduced using available strategies
TESTIMONIALS
