Functional abdominal pain

Learn how our Gastroenterology, Liver, and Nutrition Program cares for children with functional abdominal pain.

• What is functional abdominal pain?

Related tests and treatments:

• Manometry
• Cognitive behavior therapy
• Biofeedback
• Auricular neurostimulation with Percutaneous Electrical Nerve Field Stimulation (PENFS)

Our approach to functional abdominal pain related to disorder of the gut-brain interaction (DGBIs)

Children's Wisconsin uses a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to treating  disorders of the gut-brain interaction (DGBIs). These disorders include functional abdominal pain NOS, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), functional dyspepsia and abdominal migraine. Our team includes nationally renowned experts who not only have deep clinical experience but are also actively involved in clinical research into the causes of and best treatments for DGBIs. We'll provide and coordinate a treatment plan specifically designed for your child.

Functional abdominal pain services we offer

• Diagnosis and evaluation
• Customized treatment plan
• Pain management
• Psychological services
• Auricular neurostimulation

Diagnosing and treating functional abdominal pain related to disorders of the gut-brain interaction

Children's offers cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment options. We are one of the few pediatric centers in the nation to offer esophageal and colonic manometry to investigate motility disorders associated with abdominal pain.

Treatment varies depending on the severity of your child’s pain, but it could include medication, auricular neurostimulation, cognitive behavioral therapy and biofeedback. Many patients suffer with chronic functional abdominal pain and significant disability as a result of their symptoms. Our team will work closely with your family to offer the most appropriate treatment to achieve the best results for your child. Children’s is one of 4 pediatric centers in the country to be designated a PENFS “Center of Excellence”.  This is a novel, FDA cleared, neurostimulation therapy for children 11-18 years of age who suffer from functional abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).