The pathophysiology, assessment, and management of acute pain
Lyndsey Mears, John A. Mears
Abstract
This article reviews the pathophysiology and treatment of acute pain. Two definitions of pain are considered, along with the International Association for the Study of Pain taxonomy for nociceptive, neuropathic and nociplastic pain. The mechanisms of acute and neuropathic pain are considered. Methods of assessment are discussed followed by the pharmacological management of both nociceptive and neuropathic pain.
Topics & Concepts
Neuropathic painMedicineNociceptionAcute painPathophysiologyPain managementChronic painNeuralgiaIntensive care medicinePhysical therapyAnesthesiaInternal medicineReceptorPain Mechanisms and TreatmentsMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationPain Management and Placebo Effect