Rising Above Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Lab
About the Lab
The Rising Above Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Lab is committed to advancing the understanding and treatment of pediatric chronic pain and related symptoms. Our research aims to improve the lives of children and adolescents who experience persistent pain conditions through innovative and effective intervention.
At the RAPS Lab, we believe that meaningful progress in pediatric pain care requires collaboration across disciplines. Our team works closely with psychologists, physicians, physical and occupational therapists and other specialists to develop and evaluate strategies that address the complex physical, psychological, cognitive and social challenges associated with chronic pain. By integrating clinical research with real-world practice, we aim to create solutions that are both scientifically rigorous and pragmatic.
We are proud to work synergistically with the Rehabilitation for Amplified Pain Syndromes (RAPS) Program at Children’s Mercy, a leading clinical program dedicated to treating youth with amplified pain conditions. This partnership enables us to translate research findings into clinical innovations, ensuring that families receive the highest quality care informed by the latest science.
Through our research, we strive to answer critical questions about the biopsychosocial factors that influence resilience and recovery from chronic pain conditions. Our ultimate goal is to empower children and families to rise above pain and reclaim their quality of life.
Leader
Jenny Scheurich, PhD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) School of Medicine and a Clinical Psychologist in the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health at Children’s Mercy. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Central Florida, completed her internship training at Children’s Mercy, and pursued postdoctoral fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic.
Dr. Scheurich’s work centers on pediatric pain psychology, with a focus on understanding biopsychosocial factors that impact recovery and evaluating interdisciplinary interventions. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations in this area and currently serves as Research Chair for the Society of Pediatric Psychology’s Pain Special Interest Group.
- Research Areas
- Labs and Research Teams
- Baby Health and Behavior Lab
- Baby Lab
- Bactrim Lung Failure Team
- Behavioral Pain Innovations Lab
- Center for Children’s Healthy Lifestyles & Nutrition
- Community Engaged Research Team
- Developmental and Behavioral Health Research Group
- Fridley Lab
- Laboratory of Immunogenomics
- Milkovich Lab
- Nadler Lab
- Orthopedic Surgery Research Team
- Pediatric Brain Cancer Research Team/Yadav Lab
- Ramsey Lab
- Rising Above Pain Syndrome (RAPS) Lab
- Varberg Lab
- Younger Lab
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine