Missed Cause of Misery: Nerve Sensitization (Nociplastic Pain)

Central sensitization syndromes (CSS) include chronic low back pain, headaches, irritable bowel, and chronic bladder pain. CSS are a common reason for chronic pain and disability. Recognizing the presence of nociplastic pain with these conditions is key to successful management. I will review the diagnosis and treatment of nociplastic pain.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe what nociplastic pain is.
  • Recognize the clinical signs of nociplastic pain.
  • Learn how the presence of nociplastic pain affects treatment.
  • Explain the interplay of chronic pain with mental health disorders, stress, and sleep
  • Describe pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment approaches for nociplastic pain
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AANP
  • 1.00 ACCME (All Other)
  • 1.00 ACCME (MD/DO Only)
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
Course opens: 
11/11/2024
Course expires: 
11/11/2025
Part of: 
Chronic Pain Management Track
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 AANP
  • 1.00 ACCME (All Other)
  • 1.00 ACCME (MD/DO Only)
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
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