Central Pain Syndrome

Overview

4.5 out of 5 (61 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Mar 2023

Last Review Date

1 Mar 2023

Expiration Date

28 Feb 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Central sensitization of pain occurs when the patient's nervous system is persistently in a high-activity state. This state decreases sensitivity to fire action potentials. When this happens, though the peripheral nervous system provides limited input, the central nervous system responds as if there have been many painful stimuli. Central pain syndrome is also known as centralized pain, central pain, central sensitization, and widespread or diffuse pain. It is relatively common and has genetic and environmental influences predisposing patients. This activity reviews the evaluation and treatment of central pain syndrome and highlights the healthcare team's role in managing patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the etiology and epidemiology of central pain syndrome.
  • Review the appropriate physical exam elements to evaluate central pain syndrome properly.
  • Outline the management options available for central pain syndrome.
  • Describe some inter-professional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to improve outcomes for patients with central pain syndrome.

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Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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