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What is the definition of Acute Pain?
Acute pain is defined as pain that occurs suddenly, is usually sharp, and lasts no longer than six months. Acute pain may be mild, moderate, or severe. Acute pain usually means that there is an underlying cause that needs to be evaluated. Acute pain goes away when the underlying cause has resolved. Some causes of acute pain include cuts and burns, dental work, muscle strains, inflammation, tissue damage, diseases, fractured bones, surgery, and labor and childbirth.
What are the symptoms of Acute Pain?
The symptoms of acute pain depend on the cause. Symptoms of acute pain include pain that occurs suddenly; an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling; a sharp pain that may be mild, moderate, or severe and that lasts for hours, days, or months; pain that lasts no longer than six months; and pain that goes away when the underlying condition has resolved.
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What are the current treatments for Acute Pain?
Treatment for acute pain depends on the cause and may include rest; cold or hot packs; physical therapy; exercise; stress reduction; aspirin; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen; muscle relaxants; opioids (narcotics); electrical stimulation therapy; antidepressants; trigger point injections; nerve blocks; steroids; and acupuncture.
Who are the top Acute Pain Local Doctors?
Dr. Christopher M. Peters
Family Medicine
Dr. Christopher M. Peters
Family Medicine

Prohealth Medical Group Inc

Waukesha, WI 
 (4.8 mi)
262-820-3093
Languages Spoken:
English
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Christopher Peters is a Family Medicine provider in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Dr. Peters and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Peripheral Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Potassium Level. Dr. Peters is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Hubert A. Cios
Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
Dr. Hubert A. Cios
Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine

Orthopaedic Associates Of Wisconsin Sc

N15w28300 Golf Rd, 
Pewaukee, WI 
 (4.9 mi)
262-303-5055
Experience:
14+ years
Languages Spoken:
English, Polish
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Hubert Cios is an Anesthesiologist and a Pain Medicine provider in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Cios has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top area of expertise is Acute Pain. Dr. Cios is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Mitchell R. Klement
Orthopedics
Dr. Mitchell R. Klement
Orthopedics

Orthopaedic Associates Of Wisconsin Sc

N15w28300 Golf Rd, 
Pewaukee, WI 
 (4.9 mi)
262-303-5055
Languages Spoken:
English
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Mitchell Klement is an Orthopedics provider in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Klement and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Klement is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Acute Pain Clinical Trials?
The Effect of Coenzyme Q10 in Preventing Pain After Thoracoscopic Surgery: a Randomized Controlled Trial
The Effect of Coenzyme Q10 in Preventing Pain After Thoracoscopic Surgery: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 26, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Phase: Phase 4

Summary: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of Coenzyme Q10 in preventing both acute and chronic pain following thoracoscopic surgery, with a focus on its potential benefits in reducing the incidence and severity of pain.

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Mixed-method Research Protocol: Evaluation of a Relaxation Technique for Anxiety Management in Pre-surgical Pediatric Patients
Mixed-method Research Protocol: Evaluation of a Relaxation Technique for Anxiety Management in Pre-surgical Pediatric Patients
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 26, 2025
Intervention Type: Other
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Children exhibit anxiety before surgery: in particular, the literature reports that younger children have a higher level of preoperative anxiety than older children. Preoperative anxiety has been associated with side effects such as postoperative pain and emergence delirium (ED), which are generally treated with the administration of analgesics but can cause nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness. In ad...

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