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Review the type of pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment that would be recommended for the individual who...

Review the type of pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment that would be recommended for the individual who is experiencing post-herpetic neuralgic pain superimposed on chronic, nociceptive pain from osteoarthritis.

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PHARMACOLOGICAL:

  • NSAIDS: pain killer
  • Tricyclic anti depressants (like amitriptyline, nortriptyline) or anti convulsant (like gabapentine, carbamazapine) : for neuralgic pain
  • Opioids(like Morphine) :for moderate to severe neuralgic pain.
  • Lidocaine patches:pain relief but won't numb the skin.

NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL:

  • Cold presses in painful areas.
  • Excercises like aerobics, stretching exercise and flexibility exercises to strengthen muscles.
  • Yoga:to relieve stress and move the muscles

Others: Acupuncture

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