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Just in case you missed it, you can view the Advanced Rx Pre-Recorded Webinar: Improving Perioperative Care & Pain Management here! In this webinar, our speakers, Bret Hamilton, Dr. Derek Donegan, and Brian Farro, discussed how to: - Enhance patient outcomes through a more focused approach to perioperative care and pain management. - Ensure regulatory compliance in practices. - Implement patient-centered strategies to improve the overall experience. This webinar is a great resource to share for anyone involved in perioperative care.  We encourage anyone interested to take some time to watch it and learn more about pain management and what we are doing with Sure Med Compliance to help our clinics become more compliant and optimize their patient care by reducing the number of patients that could overdose, become addicted or dependent on opioids. https://lnkd.in/e2kJgMjn

Pain Management in Clinics & Medical Wards 🔹Regularly assess pain levels using suitable scales. 🔹Administer medications on time and monitor responses. 🔹Educate patients about their treatment plans. 🔹Use non-pharmacological methods like heat packs or relaxation techniques. 🔹Watch for side effects and document everything accurately. Providing effective pain relief ensures better recovery and patient satisfaction! Share your tips for managing pain in clinical settings below!👇🏽

During our last conference, the following question was asked several times: "What type of anaesthetic is recommended before applying DEBRICHEM®, and how long should it be used?" 🌟ANSWER: In most patients an anaesthetic cream is sufficient. The most commonly used cream is 5% EMLA or 5% lidocaine. Other forms of anaesthesia that can be used are local infiltration with lidocaine (or similar) and truncal, spinal, or general anaesthesia. The method to be chosen depends on the general clinical status of the patient, his/her tolerance to pain, the wound characteristics etc. NOTE: every patient is experiencing pain differently. Patients’ sensitivity should be strongly taken into account. 🏥 For Hospitals: Make sure to have the right anaesthetic options on hand. Tailoring pain management to each patient ensures a smoother treatment process. 👩⚕️ For Healthcare Pros: Knowing the best anaesthetic methods helps you provide the most comfortable experience for your patients. Always consider their pain sensitivity and wound characteristics. 👨🦽 For Patients: If you’re about to undergo DEBRICHEM® treatment, talk to your healthcare provider about the best anaesthetic option for you. Your comfort is a priority. By addressing these questions, we aim to make the DEBRICHEM® treatment process as smooth and pain-free as possible. 🌟 If you have more questions, send a direct 📧 email to info@debx-medical.com or in the comments below 👇 Follow DEBx Medical so you don't miss out on any interesting posts: https://lnkd.in/eUdBM2U7 🚀 #WoundCare #Healthcare #PatientCare #PainManagement #DEBRICHEM #DEBxMedical

September is Pain Awareness Month, a time to recognize the struggles faced by those living with chronic pain. Chronic pain is often an invisible challenge, but its impact on individuals, families, and communities is profound. If we want people to be able to effectively manage their chronic pain, they need access to the proper healthcare and medications... which is where pharmacies can play a role. Pharmacies are often the first point of contact for individuals managing chronic pain. Pharmacists not only provide essential medications but also offer guidance on pain management strategies, monitor for potential side effects, and ensure that patients are informed about their treatment options. At IPC, we believe that pharmacists should do more than simply supply you with medication—they should be trusted partners in the healthcare journey, offering support, education, and empathy to those in need. #PainAwarenessMonth #ChronicPain #PharmaIndustry

💡 Chronic Pain Medications: Balancing Benefits and Risks with NNH When managing chronic pain, understanding the Number Needed to Harm (NNH) is essential to balancing effective treatment with patient safety. Did you know that for every 3–6 patients taking certain pain medications, one might experience side effects? 📽️ In this video, we explore: ✔️ The practical applications of NNH in clinical decision-making. ✔️ A breakdown of risks and benefits associated with common pain medications. ✔️ Strategies to guide patients in making informed, evidence-based choices. Empowering patients starts with clear communication and informed prescribing. Let’s ensure the right balance between relief and risk in chronic pain management. 📺 Watch the video to dive deeper into this critical topic: https://lnkd.in/es33jBPH #ChronicPainManagement #HealthcareEducation #NNH #PainMedications #InformedPrescribing #ClinicalPractice

ASHP has developed free education on pain management that they've shared with our members. This 2.0-hour online activity is relevant to clinicians treating patients with pain in hospitals, health systems & ambulatory settings. This reviews the FDA’s Opioid Analgesic REMS to ensure that patients receive Medication Guides and information regarding the safety of these products. ASHP Opioid REMS Education: https://lnkd.in/dQwTQ8Eu

"Symptom or Side Effect?" – A Game Every Healthcare Professional Should Play In geriatric care, spotting the difference between a new symptom and a drug side effect can be a real game-changer. Consider this recent case: A patient was prescribed tamsulosin to manage urinary symptoms of BPH. Soon after, they began experiencing persistent back pain—a lesser-known side effect of tamsulosin. This pain affected their mobility, leading them to seek pain medications and physical therapy. Instead of relief, these interventions added new side effect risk and complexity to their daily routine. Fortunately, a trial discontinuation of tamsulosin not only relieved the back pain but also restored the resident's mobility. Pain medications and therapy were were no longer needed. This experience highlights the importance of playing "Symptom or Side Effect?" every time a new issue pops up. This quick check can save our patients from the cascade of extra meds, unnecessary treatments, and potential adverse drug events. 💡Next time you see a change in patient status, ask yourself: Symptom or Side Effect? #Polypharmacy #MedicationSafety #PatientCare #LongTermCare #ConsultantPharmacist

Personalized treatments are transforming how care is delivered in the Schroeder Pain Assessment and Rehabilitation Research Centre (SPARC). “In the current model, the patient bounces from treatment to treatment based on what the family doctor thinks works in general,” says Dr. Dinesh Kumbhare, director of the SPARC pain clinic and the Schroeder Chair in Pain Assessment and Rehabilitation at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. In the SPARC clinic, the interdisciplinary team first develops a personalized treatment plan for pain by grouping people into subcategories based on the cause of their pain and looking at comorbidities simultaneously. This system makes care much more effective and efficient by allowing clinicians to narrow in on the treatment that will work the best right away instead of through trial and error. “Clinicians provide the treatment promptly, which is a better experience for the patient and the healthcare professional as well,” says Dr. Kumbhare. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dXmwqFNt UHN Foundation Milos R. Popovic #pain #healthcare #chronicpain #concussions #backpain

The Michigan Pain Consultants, a large pain management group with multiple practices in West Michigan, has filed for bankruptcy and will be closing in August 2024. With these recent pain clinic closures in West Michigan, there will be an increase demand for complex pain management services from clinicians in this region and beyond. The Overdose Prevention Engagement Network (OPEN) will be hosting a 1hr educational webinar to help give some guidance during these transitions. Please join us to gain insights and learn actionable strategies to ensure a safe transition of care for patients. We will delve into data to better understand the impact of the closure, discuss strategies for short and long-term care planning, and facilitate a Q&A discussion. https://lnkd.in/grMC3NTA

Let's talk about Constant Rate Infusions or CRIs. Or even variable rate infusions! A valuable addition to our pain management tools which offer truly titratable analgesia for our patients. Effective for both our acute pain patients, surgical and medical but also effective at winding down a heightened pain state in our chronic pain patients. For all the information you need to start using CRIs in your practice follow the link to our website. www.zeropainphilosophy.com #zeropainphilosophy #zeropain #petpainmanagement #cpd #vetcpd #rvncpd #vetwebinars #acutepain #chronic pain #vetlearn