Knowledge is Power
Resource Hub
A comprehensive, compassionate guide for patients and families living with AMPS, CRPS, fibromyalgia, and related chronic pain conditions. Everything you need — organized, verified, and in one place.
Start Here
You don't have to navigate this alone.
If you've recently been diagnosed with AMPS, CRPS, fibromyalgia, or another chronic pain condition — or if you're in the middle of a hard day — this page is for you. Start with what feels most relevant right now.
Newly Diagnosed
Start here — understand what's happening.
In a Flare
Gentle tools for hard moments.
Need School Help
Accommodations, templates, guidance.
Mental Health Support
Crisis lines, therapy, coping tools.
Find a Specialist
Clinics, doctors, and provider guidance.
Parent / Caregiver
You are not alone. Support is here.
Understand Your Condition
Condition Information
Your pain is real. These conditions are real. Tap any condition below to learn about symptoms, overlaps, and trusted resources.
Find Care
Medical Resources
Finding the right provider is one of the hardest parts. These are verified clinics, directories, and specialists with known expertise in AMPS and related conditions.
Pain Clinics & Centers
World-renowned pediatric AMPS treatment program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Multidisciplinary pediatric pain evaluation and treatment in Boston.
Scrambler & Neuromodulation Therapy
POTS & Autonomic Specialists
Physical & Occupational Therapy
Day to Day
Daily Living Tools
Practical, accessible tools for managing life with chronic pain — on good days and hard ones alike.
Pacing Strategies
Learn activity pacing to prevent flares and build stamina gradually.
School Accommodations
Templates and guidance for 504 plans, IEPs, and working with your school.
Flare Management
What to do during a pain flare — grounding, sensory tools, and pacing.
Sleep Support
Evidence-based sleep hygiene and tools specifically for chronic pain patients.
Gentle Movement & Exercise
Safe movement resources designed for people with chronic pain and fatigue.
Sensory Regulation
Tools and techniques for managing sensory sensitivities common in AMPS.
Workplace Accommodations
Know your rights and how to request accommodations under the ADA.
Symptom Tracking
Track pain levels, triggers, sleep, and activity to share with your care team.
You Matter
Mental Health & Emotional Support
Chronic pain affects every part of life — including mental health. These resources are here for every part of you.
Therapy & Professional Support
Psychology Today — Find a Therapist (Chronic Pain)
Search therapists specializing in chronic pain, health psychology, and CBT.
Open Path Collective
Affordable therapy for individuals and families — sliding scale between $30–$80 per session.
Talkspace — Online Therapy
Online therapy platform for those who need flexible, accessible mental health support.
Chronic Illness Coping
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Pain (ACT)
NIH resource on ACT, a leading evidence-based therapy for chronic pain acceptance.
Pain Reprocessing Therapy — PRT Association
Learn about pain reprocessing therapy, which helps rewire the brain's pain response.
The Pain Toolkit
Practical self-management skills for people living with persistent pain.
Family & Caregiver Support
NAMI Family Support Groups
Free peer-led support for families of individuals with mental health and chronic illness challenges.
Caregiver Action Network
Resources, training, and peer support for family caregivers of chronically ill individuals.
Parents of Children with CRPS — RSDSA
Community and guidance for parents navigating CRPS with their child.
You Are Not Alone
Community Support
Organizations, support groups, and communities built by and for people living with chronic pain.
RSDSA — National CRPS Organization
The leading nonprofit for CRPS support, research funding, and patient advocacy — over 40 years strong.
Stop Childhood Pain
Dedicated community hub for parents and caregivers of children with CRPS, AMPS, and juvenile fibromyalgia.
RSDSA Support Groups Directory
Find local and online support groups for CRPS and chronic pain across the country.
Dysautonomia International
Global nonprofit focused on dysautonomia/POTS research, education, and patient community.
American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA)
Peer support, coping skills, and community for people living with chronic pain of all kinds.
Fibromyalgia Coalition International
Community, education, and advocacy for fibromyalgia patients and families worldwide.
Solve ME/CFS Initiative
Leading nonprofit accelerating research into ME/CFS and post-viral chronic illness.
Tools You Can Use Now
Printable Resources
Free, printable tools from verified organizations to help you track, plan, and advocate for yourself.
Symptom Tracker Template
Log daily pain levels, triggers, sleep quality, and mood to share with your care team.
RSDSA
Doctor Appointment Planner
Prepare questions, list medications, and document symptoms before your next appointment.
ACPA
School Accommodation Request Letter
A customizable template for requesting a 504 plan or IEP accommodations from your school.
Understood.org
Pain Flare Action Plan
A fill-in plan for what to do during a flare — medications, contacts, coping steps.
The Pain Toolkit
Medication Tracker
Keep a clear record of medications, dosages, timing, and side effects.
ACPA
Daily Routine Planner for Chronic Illness
Structure your day with energy management in mind — rest, movement, nourishment, and self-care.
The Pain Toolkit
Digital Tools
Recommended Apps & Tools
Apps that genuinely help with symptom tracking, sleep, meditation, and chronic illness management.
Manage My Pain
Log pain levels, symptoms, medications, and activities. Generate detailed reports for your doctor.
iOS & Android
My Pain Diary
Intuitive pain and symptom diary with weather correlation and exportable reports.
iOS & Android
Calm
Meditation, breathing, and sleep tools to support mental and physical wellbeing.
iOS & Android
Insight Timer
Free guided meditations including chronic pain and sleep-specific sessions.
iOS & Android
Bearable
All-in-one health tracking app for symptoms, mood, sleep, medications, and more.
iOS & Android
Curable
Science-based app for chronic pain using education, mindfulness, and pain psychology.
iOS & Android
Flare Down
Track flares, identify triggers, and monitor chronic illness patterns over time.
iOS
Curated Articles
Featured Guides & Research
Hand-picked articles and resources from leading medical institutions and advocacy organizations.
CRPS in Children — Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital's dedicated resource on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in children: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Dr. D'Amato — Calmar Pain Relief & Scrambler Therapy
Dr. Stephen D'Amato is the foremost specialist in Scrambler Therapy for chronic neuropathic pain, having treated over 3,500 patients since 2009.
Calmar Pain Relief — Dr. Stephen D'Amato
Ketamine Infusions for CRPS — Johns Hopkins
An in-depth look at low-dose ketamine infusion therapy as a treatment option for refractory CRPS, including how it works, eligibility, and what to expect.
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome — Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic's authoritative guide to CRPS: symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and the full spectrum of treatment options.
Mayo Clinic
CRPS in Children — Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Children's Hospital's dedicated resource on pediatric CRPS, including their renowned multidisciplinary Chronic Pain Clinic.
Boston Children's Hospital
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome — Yale Medicine
Yale Medicine's clinical overview of CRPS, with insight from fellowship-trained, board-certified pain specialists.
Yale Medicine
Understanding AMPS: A Family Guide
A clear, compassionate overview of Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS) — including CRPS, diffuse body AMPS, and fibromyalgia — written for patients and families navigating a new diagnosis.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
AMPS & CRPS in Children & Adolescents
How amplified pain conditions present differently in kids and teens, why misdiagnosis is so common, and how families can advocate for proper care.
RSDSA
Fibromyalgia in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Fibromyalgia is part of the AMPS family — causing widespread pain, fatigue, and brain fog. This guide helps parents recognize the signs and understand evidence-based treatment options.
American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA)
CRPS in Children — Stop Childhood Pain
A dedicated resource for parents and providers on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in children and teens, including diagnosis guidance, treatment options, and family support tools.
Stop Childhood Pain
RSDSA — National CRPS Support Organization
The leading nonprofit dedicated to CRPS support, research funding, and patient advocacy — over 40 years of helping those affected by chronic pain.
RSDSA
Stop Childhood Pain — Family & Community Hub
Dedicated resources, treatment videos, and community support for parents and caregivers of children with CRPS, AMPS, and juvenile fibromyalgia.
Stop Childhood Pain
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Honest answers to the questions patients and families ask most.
"You are not too much. Your pain is not imagined. You deserve care, belief, and a path forward."
Invisible Pain Foundation
