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[Multimodal pain therapy in Germany: structure and quality]
Anasthesiologie, Intensivmedizin, Notfallmedizin, Schmerztherapie : AINS
|February 10, 2016
Summary
Multimodal pain management offers comprehensive treatment for complex chronic pain syndromes by integrating medical therapy with specialized interventions. This approach aims to manage existing pain and prevent its progression, enhancing patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pain Medicine
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Chronic pain syndromes require comprehensive treatment beyond standard medical therapy.
- The biopsychosocial model guides the development of specialized interventions for pain management.
- Early intervention is crucial for patients at risk of developing chronic pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the lack of clarity and consistency in multimodal pain management implementation.
- To propose a position paper on multimodal interdisciplinary pain management.
- To develop a documentation and quality management tool for pain therapy.
Main Methods:
- A multilevel and interdisciplinary consensus process was employed.
- The German Pain Society developed a position paper on multimodal pain management.
- A documentation and quality management tool (KEDOQ-Schmerz) was created.
Main Results:
- Multimodal pain management is recognized for day clinic and inpatient settings.
- A consensus-based position paper provides guidance on implementation.
- KEDOQ-Schmerz serves as a data basis for research and future quality management.
Conclusions:
- Multimodal pain management is an established, comprehensive approach for chronic pain.
- Standardized implementation and quality management are essential for effective pain therapy.
- KEDOQ-Schmerz facilitates research and quality improvement in chronic pain care.
