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Technology could lead to significant improvements in pediatric pain care. Increasing access and effectiveness of treatment and improving measurement are possible, but this potential has not yet been met. In this chapter, we review the use of videoconferencing, telephone- or Web-enabled systems of treatment, private computer networks, computer kiosks, Internet listservs, personal digital assistants, videos, electronic medical records, and virtual reality in consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of pediatric patients with pain patients and education of pediatric pain professionals.
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McGrath, P.J., Watters, C., Moon, E. (2006). Technology in Pediatric Pain Management. In: Finley, G.A., McGrath, P.J., Chambers, C.T. (eds) Bringing Pain Relief to Children. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-125-3_7
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