This course outlines the anatomy and physiology of the pain response, the natural and pharmaceutical methods of pain management for common clinically encountered ophthalmic conditions as well as the nature of addiction and actions to avoid it.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Review the related anatomy to sensing ophthalmic pain
Learn the related physiology to sensing ophthalmic pain
Recognize the related ophthalmic diseases commonly associated with pain
Understand the physiology of addiction
Identify the related methods of non-narcotic pain relief in associated ophthalmic conditions
Determine the related opiate preparations and methods of use for ophthalmic pain
Disclosure(s):
Andrew S. Gurwood, OD: No financial relationships to disclose
Marc D. Myers, OD: No financial relationships to disclose
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