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On-Demand course
2 minutes
All levels
Discover the fundamentals of effective pain management with our comprehensive course designed to equip you with essential knowledge and skills. Whether you're a healthcare professional, caregiver, or simply interested in understanding pain better, this course provides a structured approach to handling various types of pain.
Key Features:
CPD Certified
Developed by Specialist
Lifetime Access
In the "Introduction to Pain Management" course, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how pain is managed and treated. They will explore various theories and types of pain, from acute to long-term conditions like cancer and neuropathic pain. The course covers the physiological and psychological aspects of pain, helping learners understand its impact on the body and mind.
They will also learn practical skills for assessing pain and applying appropriate management techniques. Topics such as primary headaches, back and neck pain, and relaxation methods for pain relief are also included, providing learners with a well-rounded knowledge base to approach pain management effectively. Overall, the course equips learners with essential knowledge and skills to recognize, assess, and address different types of pain in clinical and everyday settings.
Course Curriculum
Module 01: Introducing Pain Management
Module 02: Pain Theories
Module 03: Physiology and Psychology of Acute Pain
Module 04: Types of Pain
Module 05: Assessment of Pain
Module 06: Primary Headache
Module 07: Back and Neck Pain
Module 08: Cancer Pain
Module 09: Neuropathic Pain and Its Management
Module 10: Pain as a Long-Term Condition
Module 11: Relaxation for Pain Management
Learning Outcomes:
Understand principles of pain management theories and their application.
Identify physiological and psychological aspects of acute and chronic pain.
Evaluate different types of pain and their clinical presentations.
Assess pain using appropriate tools and techniques for effective management.
Recognize common types of headache and their management strategies.
Apply relaxation techniques to alleviate pain and improve patient comfort.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Healthcare professionals needing foundational pain management knowledge.
Medical students exploring pain management as a speciality.
Nurses and nurse practitioners seeking to enhance pain assessment skills.
Pharmacists aiming to improve pain medication management.
Allied health professionals involved in chronic pain care teams.
Pain Management Nurse
Pain Specialist Doctor
Clinical Psychologist (Pain Management)
Palliative Care Physician
Pain Researcher
Physiotherapist Specializing in Pain Management
Digital certificate
Digital certificate - Included
Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.