Intervenções de enfermagem para pessoas com dor crônica em paliação: protocolo de revisão de escopo / Intervenciones de enfermería para personas con dolor paliativo crónico: protocolo de revisión del alcance / Nursing interventions for people with chronic palliation pain: scoping review protocol

Objetivo: mapear intervenções de enfermagem no manuseio da dor crônica em adultos e idosos em cuidados paliativos. Método: trata-se de um protocolo de revisão de escopo, alicerçado nas diretrizes do Joanna Briggs Institute e nas recomendações do Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis Protocols. Serão utilizadas cinco bases de dados: MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHAL e National Grey Literature Collection, utilizando os descritores em saúde, a fim de responder a pergunta de pesquisa: "Quais intervenções de enfermagem são realizáveis no cuidado da dor crônica em indivíduos adultos e idosos em cuidados paliativos no campo da Enfermagem?" O processo de busca, identificação e avaliação será realizado por dois avaliadores independentes. Serão incluídos artigos nos idiomas inglês, português e espanhol, que atendiam ao objetivo. Os dados serão incluídos em uma planilha previamente construída e apresentados em tabelas, figuras e diagramas.

Objetivo: mapear las intervenciones de enfermería en el manejo del dolor crónico en adultos y adultos mayores en cuidados paliativos. Método: se trata de un protocolo de revisión exploratoria, basado en las directrices del Joanna Briggs Institute y las recomendaciones de los Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis Protocols. Se utilizarán cinco bases de datos: MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL y National Grey Literature Collection, utilizando los descriptores de salud, con el fin de responder a la pregunta de investigación: "¿Qué intervenciones de enfermería son alcanzables en el cuidado del dolor crónico en adultos y ancianos en cuidados paliativos en el campo de la Enfermería?" El proceso de búsqueda, identificación y evaluación estará a cargo de dos evaluadores independientes. Se incluirán artículos en inglés, portugués y español, que cumplieron con el objetivo. Los datos se incluirán en una hoja de cálculo previamente construida y se presentarán en tablas, figuras y diagramas.

Objective: mapping nursing interventions in the management of chronic pain in adults and elderly in palliative care. Method: this is a scope review protocol, based on the guidelines of the Joanna Briggs Institute and the recommendations of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis Protocols. Five databases will be used: MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL and National Grey Literature Collection, using the descriptors in health, to answer the research question: "Which nursing interventions are feasible in the care of chronic pain in adults and elderly in palliative care in the field of Nursing?" The search, identification and evaluation process will be performed by two independent evaluators. Articles in English, Portuguese and Spanish will be included, which met the objective. The data will be included in a previously constructed spreadsheet and presented in tables, figures and diagrams.

Experiencia de la neuromodulación en un hospital de alta complejidad / High Complexity Hospital ́s experience in neuromodulation

La neuromodulación es una práctica médica implementada desde hace más de cuatro décadas. En lo que respecta a la Neurocirugía, cumple un papel en el tratamiento de diversas patologías (Parkinson, distonías, epilepsia, etc.) y con un gran potencial para aplicarlas en otras (trastorno obsesivo compulsivo [TOC], dolor pélvico). Es por ello que, en los últimos años, se cuadruplicaron las inversiones de empresas biotecnológicas en este campo por la demanda y aplicación de la terapia. La neuromodulación abarca también otras especialidades, como por ejemplo Otorrinolaringología (ORL) en implantes cocleares, Cardiología con diversos modelos de marcapasos cardíacos, Endocrinología con bombas de infusión de medicamentos, Uroginecología en incontinencia, etcétera. Nuestra institución aplica en su práctica clínica todas estas técnicas, y cumple una función jerárquica como centro de referencia en educación y políticas sanitarias. Por estos aspectos, sumados a su infraestructura, personal profesional y enfoque sanitario, puede ser considerada como un Centro de Neuromodulación referente en la región. (AU)

Neuromodulation is a medical practice established for more than forty years. In the neurosurgical field it plays a role in the treatment of different diseases (Parkinson, Dystonia, Epilepsy, etc) and has a great potential to apply in other pathologies (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Pelvic pain). In the last years the biotechnological industry has quadrupled the investment in this field because of the demand and therapy application. Neuromodulation encompasses other specialities, for example otorhinolaryngology in cochlear implants, in cardiology with different models of pacemakers, endocrinology with implanted infusion pumps, urological gynecology in incontinence treatments, etc. Our institution applies all these techniques in its clinical practice, having a hierarchical role as a reference center in education and health policies. Due to these aspects, added to its infrastructure, professional staff and health approach, it can be considered as a reference Neuromodulation Center in the region. (AU)

Aplicación de árnica en gel para el manejo del dolor y reabsorción del hematoma profundo / Application of arnica gel for pain management and deep hematoma reabsorption

Árnica es una planta medicinal de la especie Arnica montana, endémica en Europa Central y Meridional, perteneciente a la familia Asteracae; rica en flavonoides y compuestos fenólicos, lactonas, helenalina y ácido hexurónico que le dan propiedades cicatrizantes, antiinflamatorias, analgésicas, antimicrobianas y anticoagulantes. Se utiliza en casos de contusiones, dolores musculares, reumáticos y hematomas profundos. El artículo describe ocho casos, que presentaron hematoma profundo por punción infructuosa, en pacientes con insuficiencia renal crónica terminal con esquema de hemodiálisis, donde se aplicó árnica en gel. Por medio de fotografías se registró cómo los hematomas revirtieron a partir del tercer día, mientras que el dolor disminuyó en un 50% al tercer día. (AU)

Arnica is a medicinal plant of the species Arnica Montana, endemic in Central and Southern Europe, it belongs to the Asteracae family, rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds, lactones, helenalin and hexuronic acid that give it healing, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial and anticoagulant properties. It is used in cases of bruises, muscle pain, rheumatic pain and deep bruises. The article describes eight patients with terminal chronic renal failure under hemodialysis, who presented deep hematoma due to unsuccessful puncture of their dialysis fistula. All patients were treated with local gel arnica. Verbal analogue scale (VAS) and qualitative visual image analysis (photography) on how the hematomas reverted on the third day was analyzed. (AU)

Behavior-analytic intervention for women with fibromyalgia and insomnia: a single subject design

Abstract This study evaluated the effects in the pain and sleep, and the clinic significance after an analytic-behavioral intervention to manage the condition of the physical and interpersonal environment related to pain. Four women with fibromyalgia and insomnia participated in a study with intervention withdrawal multiple baseline design and initial, intermediate, final, and follow-up assessments. Self-report instruments were used to assess pain intensity and disability, sleep quality, and insomnia severity, besides the actigraphy. Data showed that the intervention (20 sessions) was effective in reducing the sleep and pain problems in all participants by shifting two participants from clinical to non-clinical status in sleep indicators. The gains were maintained or increased in follow-up measures. However, the results should take into consideration the clinical condition and other variables that may have individually impacted the results.

Effectiveness of platelet rich plasma in pain management of osteoarthritis knee: double blind, randomized comparative study / Efetividade do plasma rico em plaquetas no tratamento da dor em osteoartrite de joelho: estudo comparativo randômico e duplo-cego

Abstract Background: Intra-articular injections of platelet-rich plasma to treat symptoms of knee osteoarthritis have been successfully used in young patients. However in most of these studies the control and test knees were present in different patients thus incorporating a large amount of bias in the results. Therefore, the present study was designed in which patients with bilateral osteoarthritis knee were included and platelet-rich plasma was administered in one knee and normal saline in another knee of same patient. Methods: 20 patients aged 30-65 years with bilateral osteoarthritis knees (ASA class I and II) of either gender were included in the study. Patients were randomized to receive platelet-rich plasma and normal saline in one of the two knees. The primary outcome was VAS and WOMAC score at 6 months after procedure. The secondary outcome included changes in joint stiffness, physical function, any adverse effects noted during the course of study. Results: The baseline VAS score in platelet-rich plasma knee was 8.4 ± 0.88 which improved significantly to 4.85 ± 2.48 (p < 0.001) at 6 months as compared to normal saline knee (p = 0.017). The WOMAC pain score also improved from baseline (14.5 ± 1.3) to over 6 month 7.00 ± 4.24 (p < 0.001) in platelet-rich plasma knee while in the normal saline knee, no significant change occurred from baseline to six months (10.2 ± 1.2 to 10.05 ± 1.23). There was also significant decrease in stiffness and improvement of physical activity in the platelet-rich plasma knee as compared to normal saline knee. Conclusion: The present study showed significant decrease in pain and stiffness and improvement of physical functions of knee joint with intra-articular platelet-rich plasma injection as compared to normal saline.

Resumo Justificativa e objetivos: Injeções intra-articulares de plasma rico em plaquetas têm sido usadas com sucesso para tratar os sintomas da osteoartrite de joelho em pacientes jovens. Porém, na maioria desses estudos, os joelhos de controle e teste estavam presentes em diferentes pacientes, o que incorporou uma grande quantidade de viés aos resultados. Portanto, o projeto do presente estudo incluiu pacientes com osteoartrite em ambos os joelhos, com a administração de plasma rico em plaquetas em um dos joelhos e de solução salina normal no outro joelho do mesmo paciente. Métodos: 20 pacientes, de ambos os sexos, com idades entre 30-65 anos e portadores de osteoartrite bilateral de joelho (classificação ASA I e II) foram incluídos no estudo. Os pacientes foram randomizados para receber plasma rico em plaquetas e solução salina normal em um dos dois joelhos. O desfecho primário foram os escores VAS e WOMAC seis meses após o procedimento. O desfecho secundário incluiu alterações na rigidez articular, função física e qualquere feito adverso observado durante o curso do estudo. Resultados: O escore VAS basal para o joelho que recebeu plasma rico em plaquetas foi 8,4 ± 0,88 e melhorou significativamente para 4,85 ± 2,48 (p < 0,001) após seis meses, comparado ao joelho que recebeu solução salina normal (p = 0,017). A intensidade da dor avaliada com o WOMAC também melhorou de 14,5 ± 1,3 na fase basal para 7,00 ± 4,24 após seis meses (p < 0,001) nos joelhos que receberam plasma rico em plaquetas, enquanto nenhuma mudança significativa ocorreu nos joelhos que receberam solução salina normal entre a fase basal e após seis meses (10,2 ± 1,2 a 10,05 ± 1,23). Além disso, houve uma diminuição significativa da rigidez e melhora da atividade física nos joelhos que receberam plasma rico em plaquetas, comparados aos joelhos que receberam salina normal. Conclusão: O presente estudo identificou uma diminuição significativa da dor e da rigidez e uma melhora das funções físicas da articulação do joelho com a injeção intra-articular de plasma rico em plaquetas, comparada à solução salina normal.

Experiencia inicial de radioterapia estereotáxica (SBRT) en metástasis óseas de columna vertebral / Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for pain management in spine bone metastases

Background: Treatment of spine bone metastases with stereotactic radio-therapy (SBRT) may produce greater pain relief than palliative radiotherapy. Aim: To evaluate the analgesic response to SBRT. Material and Methods: A search was made in an electronic database of all patients treated by SBRT in our center. We found 20 patients that were treated with SBRT in the spine on 24 sites (lesions). Analgesic response was evaluated at 3 and 6 months after SBRT. Other factors such as age, sex, functional status, diagnosis, metastasis location, dosimetry and toxicity of the treatment were also described. Results: The median follow-up was 8.1 months. Complete pain relief occurred at three months in 74% of the treated sites. At three months, 78% of the patients presented a functional status 0 (ECOG). The median dose used was 24 Gy in 2 fractions. No cases of G3 or greater toxicity were recorded. Conclusions: The analgesic response to SBRT seems to be better than that reported for palliative radiotherapy.

Continuous erector spinae plane block for postoperative analgesia of multiple rib fracture surgery: case report / Bloqueio do plano do eretor da espinha para analgesia pós-operatória de cirurgia de fratura de múltiplas costelas: relato de caso

Abstract Introduction: The erector spinae plane block is a newly described and effective interfascial plane block for thoracic and abdominal surgery. This case report describes a patient with multiple rib fractures undergoing ultrasound-guided continuous erector spinae plane block for analgesia. Case report: A 37-year-old male patient was taken for surgical fixation of multiple rib fractures. At the end of the surgery, using ultrasound-guided longitudinal parasagittal orientation 3 cm to the lateral aspect of the T5 spinous process and an in-plane technique, 20 mL 0.25% bupivacaine was administered between the erector spinae muscle and the transverse process, and a catheter was then inserted in the same plane. Before the end of surgery, 1 g paracetamol and 50 mg dexketoprofen were administered. Postoperative analgesia was applied with patient controlled analgesia method using 0.25% bupivacaine via the catheter. The patient's Visual Analogue Scale score at rest in the first 24 h was 0. The patient was monitored for 3 days with Visual Analogue Scale < 4, and the catheter was removed on postoperative day 4. No opioid requirement other than paracetamol and dexketoprofen occurred during this time. No postoperative complications were recorded. Discussion: The erector spinae plane block is an alternative to paravertebral, intercostal, epidural or other regional techniques. It may be a suitable technique in anesthesia and algology practice due to providing analgesia in the postoperative period with a catheter in the erector spinae plane.

Resumo Introdução: O bloqueio do plano do eretor da espinha é um bloqueio do plano interfacial recentemente descrito e eficaz para cirurgia torácica e abdominal. Neste relato descrevemos o caso de um paciente com fratura de múltiplas costelas, submetido ao bloqueio contínuo do plano do eretor da espinha guiado por ultrassom para analgesia. Relato de caso: Paciente do sexo masculino, 37 anos, encaminhado para fixação cirúrgica de fratura de múltiplas costelas. Ao final da cirurgia, usando a orientação parassagital longitudinal guiada por ultrassom 3 cm em relação à face lateral do processo espinhoso T5 e a técnica no plano, 20 ml de bupivacaína a 0,25% foram administrados entre o músculo eretor da espinha e o processo transverso, e um cateter foi então inserido no mesmo plano. Antes do final da cirurgia, 1 g de paracetamol e 50 mg de dexcetoprofeno foram administrados. A analgesia pós-operatória foi aplicada com o método de analgesia controlada pelo paciente, com bupivacaína a 0,25% via cateter. Na Escala Visual Analógica, o escore do paciente em repouso nas primeiras 24 h foi zero. O paciente foi monitorado por três dias com a Escala Visual Analógica < 4, e o cateter foi removido no quarto dia de pós-operatório. Exceto por paracetamol e dexcetoprofeno, não houve necessidade de outro agente opioide durante esse tempo. Não houve registro de complicação pós-operatória. Discussão: O bloqueio do plano do eretor da espinha é uma alternativa às técnicas paravertebrais, intercostais, epidurais ou outras técnicas regionais. Pode ser uma técnica adequada na prática de anestesia e algologia devido ao fornecimento de analgesia no período pós-operatório mediante um cateter no plano do eretor da espinha.

Local dermal application of a compound lidocaine cream in pain management of cancer wounds

The aim of this study was to explore the analgesic effect of local application of compound lidocaine/prilocaine cream on cancer wounds during wound care in order to reduce the amount of morphine intake or completely replace the systemic morphine administration and optimize the protocol for cancer wound pain management. All patients were enrolled with a visual analog scale (VAS) pain score ≥4. Before wound care, 60 patients were randomly divided into 2 groups of 30 each: morphine group (10 mg tablet); topical 5% compound lidocaine cream group (0.2 g/cm2). VAS scores, heart rate, and Kolcaba comfort level were recorded for the two groups 10 min before and 10, 15, 20, and 25 min after wound care and data were analyzed statistically. The means for the pain score and heart rate of the topical lidocaine/prilocaine cream group were lower than those of the morphine group (P<0.01) and the Kolcaba comfort level was higher (P<0.01). Local dermal application of the compound lidocaine cream can be used as an alternative to the systemic morphine administration in cancer wound care for its safety and effectiveness. In addition, it can improve the patients' comfort and quality of life.

Radiofrecuencia pulsada para tratamiento de neuralgia de nervio pudendo bajo guía ultrasonográfica: a propósito de dos casos / Radiofrequency pulsed for treatment of neuralgia of nervio pudendo under ultrasonographic guide: a purpose of two cases

INTRODUCCIÓN: La neuralgia de nervio pudendo (NNP) se presenta como un dolor neuropático intenso, ardiente y difuso en la zona perineal, acompañado en ocasiones de hipoestesia, alodinia, hiperalgesia, sensibilidad dérmica, parestesia y entumecimiento que empeora el dolor en sedestación. Es un síndrome subdiagnosticado que, en ocasiones, se presenta refractario al tratamiento farmacológico y fisiátrico. OBJETIVOS: Evaluar la eficacia de la radiofrecuencia pulsada (RFP) guiada por ultrasonido para el tratamiento de dolor crónico, realizada a dos pacientes con NNP refractarios a tratamiento conservador. MATERIALES Y MÉTODO: Siendo positivo el bloqueo diagnóstico realizado con 0,5-1 ml de lidocaína al 2 por ciento, se practicó RFP bajo guía ecográfica a 2 pacientes (1 femenina de 36 años y 1 masculino de 54 años) con diagnóstico de NNP (según criterio de Nantes) y se realizó seguimiento a 1 semana y a 1 mes del procedimiento, observando la evolución del dolor mediante la utilización de la escala visual análoga (EVA), calidad de vida según lo informado en consulta y evolución en la ingesta y dosis de medicamentos. RESULTADOS: Luego del procedimiento la reducción del dolor fue significativa en ambos casos, en la paciente 1 (femenina) la EVA pasó de 10/10 (preoperatorio) a 1/10 a una semana del procedimiento y desapareció por completo al mes, retirándose en su totalidad la medicación indicada para la NNP. Asimismo, la paciente manifestó mejora en la calidad de vida, al no tener ya dolor durante el coito. Por su parte, en el paciente 2 (masculino), el dolor se redujo en un 50 por ciento registrándose un EVA que pasó de 8/10 (preoperatorio) a 4/10 a la semana y al mes de realizado el procedimiento. En su caso, al no haber desaparecido por completo el dolor, continuó tomando la medicación indicada (duloxetina 30 mg) y refirió poder sentarse con comodidad, ya sin el dolor intenso que lo aquejaba en esta posición, pudiendo incluso realizar un viaje de larga distancia. DISCUSIÓN: La RFP es un procedimiento efectivo en aquellos pacientes correctamente diagnosticados de neuralgia del nervio pudendo según el criterio de Nantes, refractarios a tratamiento farmacológico y/o fisioterápico, practicada por profesionales con entrenamiento y/o experiencia en la técnica de radiofrecuencia pulsada así como en el manejo de ultrasonido para ubicar sonoanatómicamente el nervio pudendo, en un ámbito seguro para la realización del procedimiento.

INTRODUCTION: The pudendal neuralgia is presented as a neurophatic pain that is intense, burning, difusse in the perineal area, sometimes accompanied by hypoesthesia, allodynia, hyperalgesia, dermal sensitivity, paresthesia and numbness that worsens by sitting. It ́s a syndrome underdiagnosed that can sometimes be refractory to traditional management like pharmacological or physical therapy. OBJECTIVES: Test the effectiveness of pulsed radiofrecuency by ultrasound-guided treatment of cronic pain done to two patients with pudendal neuralgia that were refractory to the conservative treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS: As the diagnostic block done with 0,5-1 ml with 2 percent of lidocaine gave a positive outcome, we perform a pulsed radiofrecuency by an ultrasound-guide to two patients (36 year old female and a 54 year old male) with pudendal neuralgia diagnosted according to Nantes criteria and a tracing of 1 week and 1 month of the procedure was performed observing the pain evolution through visual analogue scale, quality of life according to the as reported in consultation and evolution in the intake and dose of medications. RESULTS: The reduction of pain was significant in both cases, in patient 1 (female) the VAS went from 10/10 (preoperative) to 1/10 to a week of the procedure and disappeared completely to 1 month, with the medicines completely withdrawn indicated for pudendal neuralgia. The female patient (1) showed improvement in the quality of life by not having pain during intercourse. On the other hand, in patient 2 (male), the pain was reduced by 50 percent, registering an EVA that went from 8/10 (preoperative) to 4/10 to 1 week and 1 month after the procedure was performed. In his case, since the pain had not completely disappeared, he continued to take the indicated medication (duloxetine 30 mg) and referred to be able to sit comfortably, without the intense pain that afflicted him in this position, even being able to travel long distances. DISCUSSION: Pulsed radiofrequency is an effective procedure in those patients correctly diagnosed with pudendal neuralgia according to the Nantes criterion, refractory to pharmacological and / or physiotherapeutic treatment, practiced by professionals with training and / or experience in the pulsed radiofrequency technique as well as in the management of ultrasound to locate the pudendal nerve sonoanatomically, in a safe environment for carrying out the procedure.

Neurolitic block of the lumbar sympathetic chain improves chronic pain in a patient with critical lower limb ischemia / Bloqueio neurolítico da cadeia simpática lombar melhora dor crônica em paciente portadora de isquemia crítica de membro inferior

Abstract Background and objectives Sympathectomy is one of the therapies used in the treatment of chronic obstructive arterial disease (COAD). Although not considered as first-line strategy, it should be considered in the management of pain difficult to control. This clinical case describes the evolution of a patient with inoperable COAD who responded properly to the lumbar sympathetic block. Case report A female patient, afro-descendant, 69 years old, ASA II, admitted to the algology service due to refractory ischemic pain in the lower limbs. The patient had undergone several surgical procedures and conservative treatments without success. Vascular surgery considered the case as out of therapeutic possibility, unless limb amputation. At that time, sympathectomy was indicated. After admission to the operating room, the patient was monitored, positioned and sedated. The blockade was performed with the aid of radioscopy, bilaterally, at L2-L3-L4 right and L3 left levels. On the right side, at each level cited, 3 mL of absolute alcohol with 0.25% bupivacaine were injected without vasoconstrictor, and on the left side only local anesthetic. The procedure was performed uneventfully. The patient was discharged with complete remission of the pain. Conclusion Neurolitic block of the lumbar sympathetic chain is an effective and safe treatment option for pain control in patients with critical limb ischemia patients in whom the only possible intervention would be limb amputation.

Resumo Justificativa/objetivos A simpatectomia é uma das terapêuticas usadas no tratamento dadoença arterial obstrutiva crônica (DAOP). Embora não seja considerada como estratégia de primeira linha, deve ser lembrada no manejo dos quadros de dor de difícil controle. Este caso clínico descreve a evolução de uma paciente portadora de DAOP inoperável que respondeu adequadamente ao bloqueio simpático lombar. Relato de caso Paciente do sexo feminino, parda, 69 anos, estado físico II, acompanhada no serviço de algologia devido a dor isquêmica refratária em membros inferiores. A paciente já havia sido submetida a diversas abordagens cirúrgicas e tratamentos conservadores, sem sucesso. A cirurgia vascular considerou o caso como fora de possibilidade terapêutica, a não ser amputação do membro. Nesse momento, foi indicada simpatectomia. Após admissão no centro cirúrgico, a paciente foi monitorada, posicionada e sedada. O bloqueio foi feito com auxílio da radioscopia, bilateralmente, nos níveis L2-L3-L4 à direita e L3 à esquerda. Do lado direito, em cada nível citado, foram injetados 3 mL de álcool absoluto com bupivacaína 0,25% sem vasoconstritor e do lado esquerdo somente o anestésico local. O procedimento foi feito sem intercorrências. A paciente recebeu alta com completa remissão da dor. Conclusão O bloqueio neurolítico da cadeia simpática lombar é uma opção de tratamento eficaz e segura para controle da dor em pacientes portadores de isquemia crítica, nos quais a única intervenção possível seria a amputação do membro.

Action of ear acupuncture in people with chronic pain in the spinal column: a randomized clinical trial / Ação da auriculoacupuntura em pessoas com dor crônica na coluna vertebral: ensaio clínico randomizado / Acción de la auriculoacupuntura en personas con dolor crónico en la columna vertebral: ensayo clínico aleatorio

ABSTRACT Objectives: to assess the action of ear acupuncture on disability and tissue temperature in people with chronic pain in the spinal column. Method: a clinical trial with a sample of 110 people, randomized into three groups: Treatment, Placebo and Control. The assessment instruments were the Rolland Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ) and a thermographic camera, administered before the first treatment session, one week after and 15 days after (follow-up) the fifth session of ear acupuncture. In the analysis of the data, the Kruskal Wallis, Student-Newman Keuls and Wilcoxon tests were applied. Results: there was a significant reduction in disability in the Treatment and Placebo groups between the initial and final assessments (p<0.05) and between the initial assessments and follow-up (p<0.05). In the final assessment, the Treatment group presented improvement of disability when compared with the Placebo and Control groups (p<0.05). There was an increase in mean tissue temperature of the dorsal region between the initial and follow-up assessments in Treatment and Control groups (p<0.05), and between the final assessments and follow-up in the Treatment and Placebo groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: ear acupuncture was efficacious in reducing disability and increasing tissue temperature in people with chronic pain in the spinal column. Brazilian Register of Clinical Trials (RBR-5X69X2).

RESUMO Objetivos: avaliar a ação da auriculoacupuntura na incapacidade e na temperatura tissular de pessoas com dor crônica na coluna vertebral. Método: ensaio clínico com amostra de 110 pessoas, randomizadas em três grupos: Tratado, Placebo e Controle. Os instrumentos de avaliação foram o Questionário de Incapacidade de Rolland Morris e uma câmera termográfica, aplicados antes da primeira sessão de tratamento, uma semana após e 15 dias após (follow up) à quinta sessão de auriculoacupuntura. Na análise dos dados, aplicaram-se os testes Kruskal-Wallis, Student-Newman-Keuls e Wilcoxon. Resultados: houve redução significativa da incapacidade nos grupos Tratado e Placebo entre as avaliações inicial e final (p<0,05) e entre as avaliações inicial e follow up (p<0,05). Na avaliação final, o grupo Tratado apresentou melhora da incapacidade se comparado ao Placebo e ao Controle (p<0,05). Houve aumento na temperatura média tissular da região dorsal entre as avaliações inicial e follow up no Tratado e Controle (p<0,05). Entre as avaliações final e follow up no Tratado e Placebo (p<0,05). Conclusão: a auriculoacupuntura foi eficaz para reduzir a incapacidade e aumentar a temperatura tissular em pessoas com dor crônica na coluna vertebral. Registro Brasileiro de Ensaios Clínicos (RBR-5X69X2).

RESUMEN Objetivos: evaluar la acción de la auriculoacupuntura en la incapacidad y en la temperatura del tejido de personas con dolor crónico en la columna vertebral. Método: ensayo clínico con muestra de 110 personas, asignadas aleatoriamente en tres grupos: Tratado, Placebo y Control. Los instrumentos de evaluación fueron el Cuestionario de Incapacidad de Rollad Morris y una cámara termográfica, aplicados antes de la primera sesión de tratamiento, una semana después y quince días después (follow up) de la quinta sesión de auriculoacupuntura. En el análisis de los datos se aplicaron las pruebas Kruskal-Wallis, Student-Newman Keuls y Wilcoxon. Resultados: hubo reducción significativa de la incapacidad en los grupos Tratado y Placebo, entre las evaluaciones inicial y final (p<0,05) y entre las evaluaciones inicial y follow up (p<0,05). En la evaluación final, el grupo Tratado presentó mejoría de la incapacidad si comparado al Placebo y al Control (p<0,05). Hubo aumento en la temperatura media del tejido de la región dorsal entre las evaluaciones inicial y follow up en el Tratado y Control (p<0,05), y entre las evaluaciones final y follow up en el Tratado y Placebo (p<0,05). Conclusión: la auriculoacupuntura fue eficaz en reducir la incapacidad y en aumentar la temperatura del tejido en personas con dolor crónico en la columna vertebral. Registro Brasileño de Ensayos Clínicos (RBR-5X69X2).

Comparative effectiveness of photobiomodulation and manual therapy alone or combined in TMD patients: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract The effectiveness of photobiomodulation (PBM) and manual therapy (MT), alone or combined (CT), were evaluated in pain intensity, mandibular movements, psychosocial aspects, and anxiety symptoms of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) patients. Fifty-one TMD patients were randomly assigned to three groups: the PBM group (n = 18), which received PBM with 808 nm, 100 mW, 13.3 J/cm2, and 4 J per point; the MT group (n=16) for 21 minutes each session on masticatory muscles and temporomandibular joint TMJ; and the CT group (n = 17), applied during twelve sessions. Seven evaluations were performed in different moments using visual analogue scale (VAS), Research Diagnosis Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (RDC/TMD) Axis I and II, and Beck anxiety inventory (BAI). All groups demonstrated reductions in pain and improvement in jaw movements during treatment and at follow-up (< 0.001). The assessment of psychosocial aspects of TMD, comparing baseline and follow-up in all treatment groups, revealed that treatment did not promote modification in the intensity of chronic pain (p > 0.05). However, depression symptoms showed a reduction in PBM and CT groups (p≤0.05). All treatments promoted reduction in physical symptoms with and without pain and enhancement of jaw disabilities (p ≤ 0.05). MT promotes improvement in 5 functions, PBM in 2, and CT in 1 (p < 0.001). BAI analysis revealed that all treatments lead to a reduction in anxiety symptoms (p≤0.05). All protocols tested were able to promote pain relief, improve mandibular function, and reduce the negative psychosocial aspects and levels of anxiety in TMD patients. However, the combination of PBM and MT did not promote an increase in the effectiveness of both therapies alone.

Mirror therapy: A potential intervention for pain management

Summary The consequences of chronic pain and associated disabilities to the patient and to the health care system are well known. Medication is often the first treatment of choice for chronic pain, although side effects and high costs restrict long-term use. Inexpensive, safe and easy to self-administer non-pharmacological therapies, such as mirror therapy, are recommended as adjuncts to pain treatment. The purpose of this review is to describe the principles of use of mirror therapy so it can be incorporated into a health care delivery. The physiological rationale of mirror therapy for the management of pain and the evidence of clinical efficacy based on recent systematic reviews are also discussed. Mirror therapy, whereby a mirror is placed in a position so that the patient can view a reflection of a body part, has been used to treat phantom limb pain, complex regional pain syndrome, neuropathy and low back pain. Research evidence suggests that a course of treatment (four weeks) of mirror therapy may reduce chronic pain. Contraindications and side effects are few. The mechanism of action of mirror therapy remains uncertain, with reintegration of motor and sensory systems, restored body image and control over fear-avoidance likely to influence outcome. The evidence for clinical efficacy of mirror therapy is encouraging, but not yet definitive. Nevertheless, mirror therapy is inexpensive, safe and easy for the patient to self-administer.

Effectiveness of a strength training program for patients with fibromyalgia syndrome: feasibility study / Eficácia do treinamento de força para pacientes com síndrome da fibromialgia: estudo de viabilidade

Introduction: Fibromyalgia is a disease characterized by chronic pain; it is a syndrome with an unknown cause and has no cure. Objective: Examine the feasibility of a strength training program in patients with FM. Methods: Fortyseven patients from general community were allocated into two groups: strength training group and control group. The patients underwent strength training performed three times per week for eight weeks. We used the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire and Perceived Stress Scale to obtain data. Results: After eight weeks of strength training, there was a significant reduction in pain (p = 0.00) and stress (p = 0.02). No changes were found in the variables analyzed in the control group pre- and post-test. Conclusions: The practice of strength training is a safe and effective alternative for the treatment of fibromyalgia patients. (AU)

Introdução: A fibromialgia é uma doença sem cura e de etiologia desconhecida, caracterizada por dor crônica. Objetivo: verificar a viabilidade de um programa de treinamento de força (TF) em pacientes com FM. Métodos: Quarenta e sete pacientes foram divididos em dois grupos: grupo TF e grupo de controle. Os pacientes submetidos ao TF realizaram o treinamento três vezes por semana, durante oito semanas. Para análise dos dados foram utilizados o Questionário de Impacto da Fibromialgia e a Escala de Estresse Percebido. Resultados: Após oito semanas de treinamento de força, houve uma redução significativa na dor (p = 0,00) e no estresse (p = 0,02). Não foram encontradas alterações nas variáveis analisadas no grupo controle pré e pós-teste. Conclusões: A prática do treinamento de força é uma alternativa segura e eficaz para o tratamento dos pacientes fibromialgia. (AU)

Auriculotherapy to reduce anxiety and pain in nursing professionals: a randomized clinical trial / Auriculoterapia para redução de ansiedade e dor em profissionais de enfermagem: ensaio clínico randomizado / Auriculoterapia para reducción de ansiedad y dolor en profesionales de enfermería: ensayo clínico aleatorizado

RESUMEN Objectives: to evaluate the effectiveness of the auricular protocol (APPA) in reducing pain and anxiety and improving the quality of life of the nursing staff of a hospital. Method: randomized clinical trial with an initial sample of 180 professionals divided into 4 groups Control (G1), Seed (G2), Needle (G3) and Tape (G4). The evaluation instruments were the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Pain Visual Analog Scale and Quality of Life instrument, applied at the start and after five and 10 sessions (five weeks). Descriptive statistics, analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Cohen's d Index were used in the analysis. Results: there was a statistical difference (p < 0.05) for anxiety according to the repeated measures ANOVA, with better results for the G3 in the final assessment (Cohen's d index 1.08/17% reduction). There was a reduction of pain of 36% in G3 and 24% in G2 and a 13% increase in the mental aspect of quality of life for the G3, although without statistical significance. Conclusion: the APPA protocol reduced the anxiety levels of nursing staff after 10 sessions. Further studies are, however, suggested with new populations and in different contexts so that the results can be confirmed. RBR-5pc43m.

RESUMO Objetivos: avaliar a efetividade do protocolo auricular para redução de ansiedade, dor (APPA) e melhoria de qualidade de vida em equipe de Enfermagem de um hospital. Método: ensaio clínico randomizado com amostra inicial de 180 profissionais divididos em 4 grupos Controle (G1), Semente (G2), Agulha (G3) e Fita Adesiva (G4). Os instrumentos de avaliação foram o Inventário de Ansiedade Traço-Estado, Escala Visual Analógica de dor e instrumento de Qualidade de Vida, aplicados no início, depois de cinco e 10 sessões (cinco semanas). Na análise utilizou-se a estatística descritiva, a análise de variância (ANOVA) e o Índice d de Cohen. Resultados: houve diferença estatística (p < 0,05) para a ansiedade segundo ANOVA de medidas repetidas, com melhores resultados para o G3 na última avaliação (índice d de Cohen 1,08/17% de redução). Houve redução de 36% no G3, 24% no G2 para a dor e 13% de aumento no nível mental de qualidade de vida para o G3, embora sem diferenças estatísticas. Conclusão: o protocolo APPA reduziu os níveis de ansiedade em equipe de enfermagem depois de 10 sessões. Mas, sugerem-se mais estudos com novas populações e em diferentes contextos para que os resultados se confirmem. RBR-5pc43m.

RESUMEN Objetivos: evaluar la efectividad del protocolo auricular para reducción de ansiedad, dolor (APPA) y mejoría de calidad de vida, en equipo de enfermería de un hospital. Método: ensayo clínico aleatorizado con muestra inicial de 180 profesionales divididos en 4 grupos: Control (G1), Semilla (G2), Aguja (G3) y Cinta Adhesiva (G4). Los instrumentos de evaluación fueron el Inventario de Ansiedad Rasgo-Estado, la Escala Visual Analógica de Dolor y el instrumento de Calidad de Vida, aplicados en el inicio, y después de cinco y 10 sesiones (cinco semanas). En el análisis se utilizó la estadística descriptiva, la análisis de variancia (ANOVA) y el Índice d de Cohen. Resultados: hubo diferencia estadística (p < 0,05) para la ansiedad según ANOVA de medidas repetidas, con mejores resultados para el G3 en la última evaluación (índice d de Cohen 1,08/17% de reducción). Hubo reducción de 36% en el G3, 24% en el G2 para el dolor y 13% de aumento en el nivel mental de calidad de vida para el G3, a pesar de que sin diferencias estadísticas. Conclusión: el protocolo APPA redujo los niveles de ansiedad en el equipo de enfermería después de 10 sesiones. Se sugiere realizar más estudios con nuevas poblaciones y en diferentes contextos para que los resultados puedan ser confirmados. RBR-5pc43m.

Paravertebral block for management of acute postoperative pain and intercostobrachial neuralgia in major breast surgery / Bloqueio paravertebral no controle da dor aguda pós-operatória e dor neuropática do nervo intercostobraquial em cirurgia mamária de grande porte

Abstract Background: Several locoregional techniques have been described for the management of acute and chronic pain after breast surgery. The optimal technique should be easy to perform, reproducible, with little discomfort to the patient, little complications, allowing good control of acute pain and a decreased incidence of chronic pain, namely intercostobrachial neuralgia for being the most frequent entity. Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the paravertebral block with preoperative single needle prick for major breast surgery and assess initially the control of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and acute pain in the first 24 h and secondly the incidence of neuropathic pain in the intercostobrachial nerve region six months after surgery. Methods: The study included 80 female patients, ASA I-II, aged 18-70 years, undergoing major breast surgery, under general anesthesia, stratified into 2 groups: general anesthesia (inhalation anesthesia with opioids, according to hemodynamic response) and paravertebral (paravertebral block with single needle prick in T4 with 0.5% ropivacaine + adrenaline 3 µg mL−1 with a volume of 0.3 mL kg−1 preoperatively and subsequent induction and maintenance with general inhalational anesthesia). In the early postoperative period, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) was placed with morphine set for bolus on demand for 24 h. Intraoperative fentanyl, postoperative morphine consumption, technique-related complications, pain at rest and during movement were recorded at 0 h, 1 h, 6 h and 24 h, as well as episodes of PONV. All variables identified as factors contributing to pain chronicity age, type of surgery, anxiety according to the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), preoperative pain, monitoring at home; body mass index (BMI) and adjuvant chemotherapy/radiation therapy were analyzed, checking the homogeneity of the samples. Six months after surgery, the incidence of neuropathic pain in the intercostobrachial nerve was assessed using the DN4 scale. Results: The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) values of paravertebral group at rest were lower throughout the 24 h of study 0 h 1.90 (±2.59) versus 0.88 (±1.5) 1 h 2.23 (±2.2) versus 1.53 (±1.8) 6 h 1.15 (±1.3) versus 0.35 (±0.8); 24 h 0.55 (±0.9) versus 0.25 (±0.8) with statistical significance at 0 h and 6 h. Regarding movement, paravertebral group had VAS values lower and statistically significant in all four time points: 0 h 2.95 (±3.1) versus 1.55 (±2.1); 1 h 3.90 (±2.7) versus 2.43 (±1.9) 6 h 2.75 (±2.2) versus 1.68 (±1.5); 24 h 2.43 (±2.4) versus 1.00 (±1.4). The paravertebral group consumed less postoperative fentanyl (2.38 ± 0.81 µg kg−1 versus 3.51 ± 0.81 µg kg−1) and morphine (3.5 mg ± 3.4 versus 7 mg ± 6.4) with statistically significant difference. Chronic pain evaluation of at 6 months of paravertebral group found fewer cases of neuropathic pain in the intercostobrachial nerve region (3 cases versus 7 cases), although not statistically significant. Conclusions: Single-injection paravertebral block allows proper control of acute pain with less intraoperative and postoperative consumption of opioids but apparently it cannot prevent pain chronicity. Further studies are needed to clarify the role of paravertebral block in pain chronicity in major breast surgery.

Resumo Justificativa: Estão descritas várias técnicas locorregionais para a abordagem da dor aguda e dor crônica após cirurgia de mama. O ideal seria uma técnica fácil de fazer, reprodutível, com pouco desconforto para as doentes, com poucas complicações e que permitirá um bom controle da dor aguda e uma diminuição da incidência de dor crônica, notadamente dor neuropática do intercostobraquial, por ser a entidade mais frequente. Objetivos: Estudar a aplicação de bloqueio paravertebral com picada única no pré-operatório de cirurgia mamária de grande porte. Avaliar numa primeira fase o controle de dor aguda e náuseas-vômitos no pós-operatório (NVPO) nas primeiras 24 horas e numa segunda fase a incidência de dor neuropática na região do nervo intercostobraquial seis meses após a cirurgia. Métodos: Foram incluídas 80 doentes do sexo feminino, ASA I-II, entre 18 e 70 anos, submetidas a cirurgia mamária de grande porte sob anestesia geral, estratificadas em dois grupos: anestesia geral (anestesia geral inalatória com opioides segundo resposta hemodinâmica) e paravertebral (bloqueio paravertebral com picada única em T4 com ropivacaína 0,5% + adrenalina 3 µg/mL com um volume de 0,3 mL/kg pré-operatoriamente e posterior indução e manutenção com anestesia geral inalatória). No pós-operatório imediato foi colocada PCA (Patient-controlled analgesia) de morfina programada com bolus a demanda durante 24 horas. Foram registados fentanil intraoperatório, consumo de morfina pós-operatória, complicações relacionadas com as técnicas, dor em repouso e ao movimento a 0, 1 h, 6 h e 24 h, assim como os episódios de NVPO. Foram analisadas todas as variáveis identificadas como fatores de cronificação da dor idade, tipo de cirurgia, ansiedade segundo escala de HADS (Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale), dor pré-operatória; acompanhamento no domicílio; índice de massa corporal (IMC), tratamentos adjuvantes de quimioterapia/radioterapia e foi verificada a homogeneidade das amostras. Aos seis meses da cirurgia foi avaliada, segundo escala DN4, a incidência de dor neuropática na área do nervo intercostobraquial. Resultados: O grupo paravertebral teve valores de VAS (Escala Visual Analógica) em repouso mais baixos ao longo das 24 horas de estudo 0 h 1,90 (± 2,59) versus 0,88 (± 1,5); 1 h 2,23 (± 2,2) versus 1,53 (± 1,8); 6 h 1,15 (± 1,3) versus 0,35 (± 0,8); 24 h 0,55 (± 0,9) versus 0,25 (± 0,8) com significado estatístico às 0 e às 6 horas. Em relação ao movimento o grupo paravertebral teve valores de VAS mais baixos e com significância estatística nos quatro momentos de avaliação: 0 h 2,95 (± 3,1) versus 1,55 (± 2,1); 1 h 3,90 (± 2,7) versus 2,43 (± 1,9) 6 h 2,75 (± 2,2) versus 1,68 (± 1,5); 24 h 2,43 (± 2,4) versus 1,00 (± 1,4). O grupo paravertebral consumiu menos fentanil (2,38 ± 0,81 µg/Kg versus 3,51 ± 0,81 µg/Kg) e menos morfina no pós-operatório (3,5 mg ± 3,4 versus 7 mg ± 6,4), com diferença estatisticamente significativa. Na avaliação de dor crônica aos seis meses no grupo paravertebral houve menos casos de dor neuropática na região do nervo intercostobraquial (três versus sete) embora sem significância estatística. Conclusões: O bloqueio paravertebral com picada única permite um adequado controle da dor aguda com menor consumo de opioides intraopreatórios e pós-operatórios, mas aparentemente não consegue evitar a cronificação da dor. Mais estudos são necessários para esclarecer o papel do bloqueio paravertebral na cronificação da dor em cirurgia mamária de grande porte.

Enfoque psicoterapéutico integrativo multidimensional e intervenciones mente-cuerpo en el manejo del dolor crónico: un paso más allá de la terapia cognitivo-conductual / Multidimensional integrative psychoteraphy and mind-body interventions in cronic pain manegement: forwarding to cognitive-behavioral theraphy

El dolor crónico es un síndrome presente en muchas enfermedades crónicas, se acompaña de fenómenos desensibilización central y frecuentemente de síntomas de angustia, depresión, alteraciones del sueño, fatiga, fallasen la concentración y atención, y en disminución de las actividades de la vida diaria. El tratamiento del dolor crónicodebiese ser multimodal, en donde la psicoterapia tiene un papel importante. La terapia cognitivo-conductual ha demostrado ser eficaz en el manejo del dolor, pero su efecto es limitado y no considera el trabajo en el foco corporal ni relacional sistémico familiar. El enfoque psicoterapéutico integrativo-multidimensional aborda elementos cognitivos, conductuales, relacionales, dinámicos y sistémicos en un contexto individual, familiar y social, permitiendo una visión holística del problema del paciente. Las intervenciones mente-cuerpo trabajan en el cambio de la vivencia corporal en el aquí y ahora, y entregan herramientas de autogestiónpara que el paciente desarrolle. Al unir ambos enfoques integrativo multidimensional e intervenciones mente-cuerpo, el tratamiento y manejo del dolor se hace más eficaz. El objetivo del presente trabajo es proponer, desde un punto de vista cualitativo, un modelo de enfoque psicoterapéutico integrativo multidimensional e intervención mente-cuerpo en el manejo de los pacientes con dolor crónico.

Chronic pain syndrome is present in many chronic diseases, in which the pain is accompanied by central sensitization phenomena and often symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, fatigue, lapses in concentration and attention and reduced activity daily life. The treatment of chronic pain ought to be multimodal, where psychotherapy has an important role. Cognitive-behavioral therapy has proven effective in pain management, but its effect is limited and does not consider the work at home body or systemic relational focus. The multidimensional-integrative psychotherapy approach addresses cognitive, behavioral, relational, dynamic and systemic elements in an individual, family and social context, allowing a holistic view of the patient's problem. The mind-body interventions work in change of body experience in the here and now provides tools for self-management for the patient develops. By joining both multidimensional integrative and interventions body-mind pain management it becomes more effective. The aim of this study is to propose a qualitatively multidimensional model of integrative psychotherapy approach and intervention mind and body in the chronic pain management.

Efficacy of paraspinal anesthetic block in patients with chronic pelvic pain refractory to drug therapy: a randomized clinical trial / Eficácia do bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal em pacientes com dor pélvica crônica refratária a terapia medicamentosa: um ensaio clínico randomizado

PURPOSE: To determine whether paraspinal block reduces pain scores compared to placebo in women with chronic pelvic pain refractory to drug therapy. METHODS: Subjects with chronic pelvic pain due to benign conditions and refractory to drug therapy were invited to participate in a randomized, double blind, superiority trial at a tertiary reference center. Subjects were randomly allocated to receive paraspinal anesthetic block with 1% lidocaine without epinephrine or placebo (control). Lidocaine was injected along the spinal process of the painful segment in the supra- and interspinal ligaments using a 25G X 2" needle. Placebo consisted of introduction of the needle in the same segment without injecting any substance. The main outcome measured was the pain score based on a visual analog scale at T0 (baseline), T1 (within 15 min after the procedure) and T2 (one week after the procedure). Data were statistically analyzed by ANOVA and the 95% confidence interval (95%CI). RESULTS: Mean age was similar for both groups, i.e., 51.2 (paraspinal anesthetic block) and 51.8 years (control). A blind examiner measured the degree of pain according to the visual analog scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst pain imaginable). Based on the visual analog scale, the mean pain scores of the paraspinal anesthetic block group at T0, T1 and T2 were 5.50 (SD=2.92; 95%CI 3.84-7.15), 2.72 (SD=2.10; 95%CI 1.53-3.90), and 4.36 (SD=2.37; 95%CI 1.89-6.82), respectively. The difference between T0 and T1 was statistically significant, with p=0.03. CONCLUSIONS: Paraspinal anesthetic block had a small effect on visual analog scale pain score immediately after the injections, but no sustained benefit after one week. Further studies are needed to determine the efficacy of paraspinal anesthetic block with different lidocaine doses for the treatment of visceral pain of other causes. .

OBJETIVO: Avaliar se o bloqueio paraespinhal reduz os escores de dor quando comparado com placebo em mulheres com dor pélvica crônica refratária a terapia medicamentosa. MÉTODOS: As pacientes com dor pélvica crônica de origem benigna que eram refratárias a terapia medicamentosa foram convidadas a participar nesse estudo de superioridade, randomizado, duplo-cego, em um centro de referência terciário. As pacientes foram alocadas randomicamente para receber o bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal com lidocaína 1% sem epinefrina ou placebo (controle). A lidocaína foi injetada ao longo do processo espinhal do segmento doloroso, nos ligamentos supra e interespinhal, usando uma agulha de 25G X 2". O placebo consistia na introdução da agulha no mesmo segmento sem injetar qualquer substância. O desfecho principal foi a medida dos escores de dor, baseado numa escala análogo visual nos tempos T0 (basal), T1 (dentro de 15 minutos depois do procedimento) e T2 (uma semana depois do procedimento). A análise estatística realizada utilizou ANOVA e o intervalo de confiança de 95% (IC95%). RESULTADOS: A média de idade das pacientes foi similar: 51,2 (bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal) e 51,8 anos (controle). Um examinador, cegado quando ao tratamento, mediu o grau de dor de acordo com a escala análogo visual de 0 (sem dor) a 10 (pior dor imaginável). De acordo com a escala análogo visual, a média dos escores para o grupo bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal em T0, T1 e T2 foi 5,50 (DP=2,92; IC95% 3,84-7,90), 2,72 (DP=2,10; IC95% 1,53-3,90) e 4,36 (DP=2,37; IC95% 1,89-6,82), respectivamente. A diferença entre T0 e T1 foi estatisticamente significativano grupo bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal, com p=0,03. CONCLUSÕES: O bloqueio anestésico paraespinhal tem um pequeno efeito na redução da dor(escala análogo visual) imediatamente após a injeção, mas esse benefício não permanece após uma semana. Outros estudos são necessário para avaliar a eficácia do bloqueio anestésico ...

Enfoque integrativo multidimensional e intervenciones mente-cuerpo en el manejo del dolor crónico: el caso de una adulta mayor / Multidimensional integrative approach and mind-body interventions for chronic pain management: the case of a older

Chronic pain is common in older adults, it is difficult to handle and has important medical and psychiatric comorbidity. A case of Elderly with chronic pain who received integrative multidimensional psychotherapy. Favorable changes seen in reduction of pain and life quality. It argues that the multidimensional integrative psychotherapy can be effective in the management of chronic pain in older adults...