Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 6, 2025

Author Spotlight: Methodologies and Advancements of Chronic Pain Management Research
Published on: January 5, 2024
Chronic pain, a narrative review for the internist in 2024
Silvia Sovaila1,2, Adrian Purcarea3,2, Andrea Neculau2
11Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, "Transilvania" University Braşov, Romania.
Abstract:
Chronic pain is a complex and pervasive condition that profoundly affects individuals physically, emotionally, and socially. This narrative review aims to provide internists and healthcare professionals with a comprehensive overview of chronic pain, its various types, pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, evaluation tools, and the burden it imposes on patients. We discuss the importance of recognizing chronic pain as a legitimate condition and the need for a compassionate, individualized approach to management. The review highlights the role of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions in treating chronic pain, emphasizing the value of reducing pain, improving function, enhancing quality of life, and minimizing medication dependence. Additionally, we touch upon the promising future of pain treatment, including advancements in technology and personalized medicine. While not a comprehensive systematic review, this article serves as a valuable resource for healthcare providers seeking to understand, manage, and treat chronic pain effectively in their daily practice.
More Related Videos
09:00Author Spotlight: Quantifying Pain Experience – An Illustrative Approach Using the Pain Body Diagram
Published on: July 7, 2023
06:04Objective Nociceptive Assessment in Ventilated ICU Patients: A Feasibility Study Using Pupillometry and the Nociceptive Flexion Reflex
Published on: July 4, 2018
Related Concept Videos
Analgesia and Pain Management
Chronic Pancreatitis II: Collaborative Care
Assessment:
Assessment of the Gastrointestinal System I: Subjective Data
Health History
The initial step in assessing the GI system is obtaining a comprehensive health history. This includes inquiring about the patient's history or presence of problems...
Nociception
Chronic Bowel Disorders: Introduction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder affecting the gastrointestinal tract. The distinctive feature is recurrent abdominal pain associated with altered bowel movements, manifesting as constipation, diarrhea, or fluctuating between both. The...
Methods of Documentation II: POMR