Pain Is Common in Kids, Teens, and Young Adults

Researchers reviewed the healthcare usage of 373,178 Swedes under the age of 24 and found that 15.8% sought treatment for at least one painful condition in 2017, with abdominal pain, joint pain, headache, and back/neck pain being the most common. Of these individuals, one in seven consulted with their healthcare provider at least four times during the year. The findings suggest that pain is a common complaint among children and young adults. European Journal of Pain, December 2019