PAINWeek 2018

Despite its low rate of abuse, tapentadol may still represent a public health burden.

Few patients were found to take triptan medications to treat acute migraine, and a majority of those who had, discontinued the treatment due to side effects.

Lofexidine may effectively alleviate opioid withdrawal symptoms.

In patients with osteoarthritis, chronic pain is a primary symptom that may limit daily activities and impair function.

Dr Darnall presented an overview of the role played by psychology and behavioral interventions in the management of chronic pain.

Dr Cosio presented results from a preliminary study examining the prevalence of mental health disorders in veterans with chronic pain.

Dr Mackey discussed potential applications of machine learning technology in chronic pain management and research.

Investigators presented the results from a preliminary study examining the effect of an acceptance and commitment therapy in individuals with chronic pain.

Dr Glick gave an overview of direct and indirect generators of neck pain and exposed some of the deficiencies of regional examinations for the differential diagnosis of this condition.

Clinical Pain Advisor will be providing live coverage of the 12th annual PAINWeek conference, held September 4-8, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada.