Appropriate Dosing for Pain Control

Appropriate Dosing for Pain Control – MM1507

One of the main objectives in controlling acute pain, apart from patient comfort, is to prevent “wind up” or “central sensitisation” of the pain processing mechanism both peripherally and centrally – spinal cord and brain. This makes controlling of the pain easier as well as helping prevent the development of chronic pain or chronic post-procedure pain. The desired pain control can be achieved not only by using effective medications but also by using these medications in appropriate dosages.

Modern Medicine – July 2015