AOCPMR 2022 Mid-Year Meeting-Parkinson's Pain Management

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The presenter explores the unexpected link between Parkinson's disease and pain, initially surprising to him as he considered the condition primarily a movement disorder. He delves into various aspects of pain in Parkinson's patients, including its prevalence, causes, types, and treatments. Parkinson's symptoms, like rigidity and tremors, are highlighted, with medications like levodopa being standard treatments to replenish dopamine levels. Despite conventional beliefs, pain is a significant, often more debilitating symptom for patients compared to motor issues. The session covers the variability in pain perception, influenced by emotional states. It also introduces scales specifically designed to measure pain in Parkinson's patients, such as the King's College Parkinson's Disease Pain Scale. Treatment methods range from medication, like dopamine enhancers and Botox, to deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulators. The session concludes that a multidisciplinary approach including physical therapy, medication, exercise, and support is essential for managing pain and improving the quality of life for Parkinson’s patients. The video from the Veterans Administration underscores these insights, portraying a patient's journey with Parkinson's, focusing on pain management and overall function improvement.

Keywords

Parkinson's disease

pain management

dopamine

King's College Parkinson's Disease Pain Scale

deep brain stimulation

multidisciplinary approach

Veterans Administration

levodopa