
pmid: 24787340
Chronic pain associated with traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) can be quite challenging to the physiatrist. This highly prevalent condition within the SCI population requires an appropriate evaluative approach including a thorough history, a targeted physical examination, and appropriate use of diagnostic testing. The International Spinal Cord Injury Pain Classification allows for a reasonable categorization of the various pain syndromes and may assist in selecting a reasoned treatment strategy. A multitude of management approaches exist including nonpharmacologic, pharmacologic, and interventional approaches. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology, classification, evaluation, and management of SCI-associated pain.
Male, Analgesics, Prognosis, Combined Modality Therapy, Risk Assessment, Severity of Illness Index, Treatment Outcome, Muscle Spasticity, Musculoskeletal Pain, Humans, Pain Management, Female, Chronic Pain, Physical Therapy Modalities, Spinal Cord Injuries
Male, Analgesics, Prognosis, Combined Modality Therapy, Risk Assessment, Severity of Illness Index, Treatment Outcome, Muscle Spasticity, Musculoskeletal Pain, Humans, Pain Management, Female, Chronic Pain, Physical Therapy Modalities, Spinal Cord Injuries
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