Natural Medicines in the Clinical Management of Pain

Course overview

JA0006454-0000-18-112-H01-P // Start Date: 12/1/18 // Expiration Date: 11/30/21 // An overview of the evidence and considerations behind the use of natural medicines and health and wellness modalities in the clinical management of pain. // The goal of this activity is to help clinicians in all settings develop a better knowledge base from which they can provide consultation regarding natural medicines used for pain. Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to: 1. Identify natural medicines commonly used for pain management. 2. Describe the risks associated with using natural medicines in the treatment of pain. 3. Describe the mechanisms of action by which topical natural medicines can reduce pain. 4. List three natural medicines that have shown benefit for neuropathic pain. 5. Identify the health and wellness modalities that can be used to treat different forms of pain.