By Edward Bilsky, Ph.D. Making the invisible visible. Having experienced little pain, myself, it is impossible to...
1st Kids and Families Edition Articles
The Parents of Spencer Kiernan: Stephanie and Kevin Kiernan
Facing judgment and doubt, they stand strong For the parents of Spencer Kiernan, finding a reason for their son’s pain...
Spencer Kiernan
Facing down the doubters, he's finding relief. Spencer Kiernan was just eight years old when a sledding accident...
The Parents of Savannah Orth: Elisabeth Gardiner and Tony Orth
Fighting for recognition, they will never give up Elisabeth and Tony realized the extent of daughter Savannah’s...
Savannah Orth
Mistreated and dismissed by many, she has persevered In 2012, Savannah Orth was a 14-year-old competitive swimmer with...
The Parents of Madi Begley: Jessica and Bryan Begley
A family impacted by CRPS learns to nurture hope Madi was eight years old when she got hurt playing softball. It...
Madi Begley
A Pain Fighter Since Birth Twelve-year-old Madi Begley is a spirited warrior who refuses to let physical challenges or...
The Parents of Karen Richards: Aurora and Steve Richards
The secret to surviving—thriving—is acceptance Aurora and Steve Richards have spent eight years watching their...
Karen Richards
With unbelievable strength in the face of denial, this young woman inspires Karen Richards is not shy about speaking...
The Parents of Aidan Sullivan: Donna and Bob Sullivan
Raising a fighter, they won’t give up on healing... Donna and Bob Sullivan know all too well the challenges and...
Aidan Sullivan
Determination and inspiration help him to heal Twelve-year-old Aidan Sullivan is an active kid who loves playing...
Melanie Dickens
Pain has made this young woman wise beyond her years, but there’s still time to be a teen. Melanie Dickens was only 10...