Comparison of the PainMatcher and the Visual Analogue Scale for assessment of labour pain following administered pain relief treatment

Midwifery ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. e134-e139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrid H.E. Bergh ◽  
Elisabet Stener-Victorin ◽  
Gunnar Wallin ◽  
Lena Mårtensson
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Labour Pain

scholarly journals Surgical Outcome of Microvascular Decompression for Trigerminal Neuralgia in Terms of Pain Control Using Visual Analogue Scale

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
RIAZ-UR- REHMAN ◽  
MUHAMMAD NAWAZ KHAN ◽  
ATTIYA NASIR SIDDIQUE ◽  
AKBAR JAMAL
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Trigeminal Neuralgia ◽  
Pain Control ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Visual Analogue Score ◽  
Definitive Treatment ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Good Pain Relief ◽  
Vascular Decompression

Objective:  The aim of conducting this study was to evaluate the outcome of a Micro vascular Decompression procedure for the definitive treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia in our setup. Material and Methods:  This observational prospective study was carried out in Neurosurgery unit Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar. A total of 50 patients operated for micro vascular decompression surgeries were enrolled in the study, both genders and any age were in inclusion criteria. Patients previously operated for trigeminal neuralgia were excluded from the study. Post operatively all patients were followed for 1year to calculate the outcome in terms of pain control using visual analogue score (VAS). Immediate pain relief during the first post-operative week and trigeminal neuralgia pain at 1 year post op were recorded and  graded into three categories based on Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) such as Excellent: 0-2 , Good: 3-6, Fail/Poor: 7 – 10. Results:  50 patients fulfilled the inclusion criteria. 22 were male & 28 were female with an age range from 42-78 years. Average duration of disease was 5 years. In 30 patients, clinically v2-v3 were predominantly involved, in remaining 14 patient v1-v2 were involved & only in 6 patients all three branches were involved. Among all operated 50 patients 18(36%) had excellent pain relief, 26 (52%) had good pain relief & 6 (12%) had fail/poor pain relief. Conclusion:  From this data it was concluded that micro vascular decompression is an effective surgical procedure in relieving pain of trigeminal neuralgia in patients who are refractive to medical treatment.

scholarly journals Comparison of Four Different Pain Relief Methods during Hysterosalpingography: A Randomized Controlled Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bekir Serdar Unlu ◽  
Mehmet Yilmazer ◽  
Gulengul Koken ◽  
Dagistan Tolga Arioz ◽  
Ebru Unlu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Cervix Uteri ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Group 4 ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group 3 ◽  
Group 2 ◽  
Group 1

BACKGROUND: Hysterosalpingography (HSG) is the most commonly used method for evaluating the anatomy and patency of the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes, and is an important tool in the evaluation of infertility. The most frequent side effect is the pain associated with the procedure.OBJECTIVES: To evaluate four analgesic methods to determine the most useful method for reducing discomfort associated with HSG.METHODS: In the present prospective study, 75 patients undergoing HSG for evaluation of infertility were randomly assigned to four groups: 550 mg of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (group 1); 550 mg NSAID + paracervical block (group 2); 550 mg NSAID + paracervical analgesic cream (group 3); or 550 mg NSAID + intrauterine analgesic instillation (group 4). A visual analogue scale was used to assess the pain perception at five predefined steps.RESULTS: Instillation of the liquids used for HSG was found to be the most painful step of HSG, and this step was where the only significant difference among groups was observed. When comparing visual analogue scale scores, group 2 and group 3 reported significantly less pain than the other groups. Group 1 reported significantly higher mean ( ± SD) scores (7.2 ± 1.6) compared with groups 2 and 3 (4.7 ± 2.5 and 3.8 ± 2.4, respectively) (P<0.001). In addition, group 2 reported significantly less pain than group 4 (4.7 ± 2.5 versus 6.7 ± 1.8, respectively) (P<0.02).CONCLUSIONS: For effective pain relief during HSG, in addition to 550 mg NSAID, local application of lidocaine cream to the posterior fornix of the cervix uteri and paracervical lidocaine injection into the cervix uteri appear to be the most effective methods.

scholarly journals A Prospective Study of Percutaneous Vertebroplasty for Chronic Painful Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fracture

2015 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. e8-e11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong-Yu Tan ◽  
Li-Min Wang ◽  
Liang Zhao ◽  
Yi-Lin Liu ◽  
Rui-Peng Song
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Oswestry Disability Index ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty ◽  
Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Compression Fractures ◽  
Disability Questionnaire ◽  
One Year

BACKGROUND: Percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) for patients with chronic painful osteoporotic compression fractures has not been extensively studied.OBJECTIVE: To prospectively evaluate the efficacy of PVP for patients with chronic painful osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs).METHODS: Sixty-two consecutive patients with chronic painful osteoporotic VCFs for ≥3 months underwent PVP. All procedures were performed under local anesthesia. The outcomes were pain relief at one week, one month, three months, six months and one year, as measured by visual analogue scale, Oswestry Disability Index, Quality of Life Questionnaire of the European Foundation for Osteoporosis (QUALEFFO) and Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire scores.RESULTS: The PVP procedures were technically successful and well tolerated in all patients. Sixty-two patients underwent PVP on 92 vertebrae in 73 procedures three to five days after referral, and no 30-day mortality was observed. Compared with baseline scores, improvement in visual analogue scale, Oswestry Disability Index, QUALEFFO and Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire scores was significantly greater after PVP at one week (P<0.001), one month (P<0.001), three months (P<0.001), six months (P<0.001) and one year (P<0.001), and the number of patients using drugs for pain treatment was significantly reduced. Five new fractures were reported in five of 62 patients treated with PVP during follow-up.CONCLUSION: PVP is effective in patients with chronic painful osteoporotic VCFs. Pain relief after PVP was immediate, was sustained for one year and may be an important factor for reducing persistent pain.

scholarly journals Intraperitoneal magnesium sulphate plus bupivacaine for pain relief after laparoscopic cholecystectomy

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-25
Author(s):  
SK Maharjan ◽  
S Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ◽  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Scale Score ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale Score ◽  
Magnesium Sulphate ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Sulphate Group ◽  
Intraperitoneal Instillation ◽  
Intraperitoneal Bupivacaine

Background: Multimodal analgesia is necessary for management of pain after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Magnesium sulphate is a new emerging drug for management of acute pain. This study was performed to study the analgesic efficacy of intraperitoneal bupivacaine and bupivacaine plus magnesium sulphate for postoperative pain relief after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods: At the end of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, 60 patients were randomized to one of the following groups: bupivacaine group receiving intraperitoneal instillation of 30 ml of 0.25% bupivacaine and magnesium sulphate group receiving intraperitoneal instillation of 0.25% bupivacaine plus 50 mg/kg magnesium sulphate to total volume of 30 ml. Postoperative pain was evaluated by using visual analogue scale (standard Visual Analogue Scale pain score of 0-10). Time duration of first analgesia demanded was noted and rescue analgesic was given as tramadol 50 mg intravenously and on demand. Pain, Visual Analogue Scale score and total analgesic consumption was recorded for 24 hours and analysed. Results: The patients who were given intraperitoneal bupivacaine plus magnesium sulphate at the end of surgery had better pain relief in first 24 hours, Visual Analogue Scale score of 0-5 compared to sole bupivacaine group who had Visual Analogue Scale score of 3-7. The magnesium sulphate group had longer pain free period of average 5.53±4.33 hours after surgery compared to 3.16±1.59 hours in sole bupivacaine group. Total analgesic consumption in magnesium sulphate group was also less compared to bupivacaine group (125.0±36.5 and 75.0±25.0 in bupivacaine and magnesium sulphate group respectively). All the results show highly significant differences between the groups. Conclusion: The combined instillation of bupivacaine and magnesium sulphate into the peritoneal cavity at the end of laparoscopic surgery renders patients better pain control and less consumption of analgesics in first 24 hours compared to sole bupivacaine group. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jkmc.v1i1.7251 Journal of Kathmandu Medical College, Vol. 1, No. 1, Issue 1, Jul.-Sep., 2012 pp.21-25

scholarly journals The Linearity of the Visual Analogue Scale in Patients with Severe Acute Pain

2005 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 54-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. S. Myles ◽  
N. Urquhart
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Acute Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Initial Assessment ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
Linear Scale ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Scale Properties

The visual analogue scale (VAS) is a standard measurement tool in pain research and clinical practice, and has been shown to have linear scale properties for mild to moderate pain. Our aim was to evaluate the scaling properties of the VAS in subjects with severe acute pain. After Ethics Committee approval we studied 22 patients and asked them to rate the severity of their pain on a 100 mm VAS at the initial assessment (VAS1), and again after administration of analgesic medication. The subject was asked to nominate when they considered their pain intensity had halved, and at this time they were asked to rate this on a second VAS (VAS0.5). When the subject had received satisfactory relief of their pain, they were asked to describe how much their pain had been relieved and were then asked to rate their final pain state using a third VAS (VASfinal). The mean (SD) scores were VAS1 84 (14) (range 56–100), VAS0.5 42 (13) and VASfinal 21 (16). The mean (95% CI) for VASratio was 0.51 (0.45–0.57). The mean (SD) patients’ estimate of pain relief was 77 (21)% from that of baseline, with a mean (SD) VASfinal 0.26 (0.20), 95% CI 0.17–0.38. The correlation of the patients’ estimate of pain relief with the VASfinal was r=0.89, rho=0.87, both P<0.001. The VAS is a linear scale in subjects with severe acute pain. Changes in the VAS score represent a relative change in the magnitude of pain sensation.

scholarly journals A Comparative Randomised Clinical Study Between Nebulised Fentanyl and Intravenous Fentanyl For Post Operative Pain Relief

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-30
Author(s):  
Reza Ershad ◽  
Md Mozaffer Hossain ◽  
Mohammad Shafiqul Alam ◽  
AKM Asaduzzaman
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Respiratory Depression ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Analgesic Efficacy ◽  
Randomised Clinical Trial ◽  
Post Operative Pain ◽  
Prolonged Duration ◽  
First Onset

Background and Aim: Intravenous (IV) route for fentanyl administration is very effective for postoperative pain relief, but complications such as respiratory depression, bradycardia and hypotension have limited this route. The aim of this randomised clinical trial was to compare the efficacy of nebulised fentanyl with IV fentanyl for post-operative pain relief after lower abdominal surgery. Methods:In the post-operative wards, at the time of first onset of pain( visual analogue scale- VAS score > 5) patients were randomised into two groups and either fentanyl IV 2 ìg/kg or by nebulisation of solution containing 4 ?g/kg fentanyl over 6-8 min in 120 patients divided into two groups of 60 each. Observation were made for pain relief by visual analogue scale score 0-10. Adverse effects such as respiratory depression, bradycardia and hypotension were also recorded. Statistical analysis was performed using Medcalc software version 12, 2012. (MedCalc Software, Ostend, Belgium). Results: In the nebulisation group, it was observed that the analgesic efficacy of fentanyl had little delayed onset (10 min vs. 5 min). Nebulisation with 4 ?g/kg fentanyl produced analgesia at par to 2 ?g/kg IV fentanyl with prolonged duration (90 min vs. 30 min) and with significantly less adverse effects. Conclusions:This study shows that nebulisation with 4 ìg/kg fentanyl may be used as an alternative to IV 2 ìg/kg fentanyl for adequate post-operative pain relief.Journal of Bangladesh Society of Anaesthesiologists 2014; 27(1): 27-30

The use of the Visual Analogue Scale for the assessment of labour pain: a systematic review

2010 ◽  
Vol 8 (24) ◽  
pp. 972-1015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chin Ke Wei ◽  
Chow Yeow Leng ◽  
Serena Koh Siew Lin
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Labour Pain

Pentazocine Suppositories versus Pethidine Injections in 500 Patients with Post-Operative Pain

1979 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 592-600 ◽  
Author(s):  
E N Copsidas ◽  
J N Ward-McQuaid
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Pain Relief ◽  
Visual Analogue Scale ◽  
Severe Pain ◽  
Analogue Scale ◽  
Moderate Pain ◽  
Gynaecological Surgery ◽  
Good Relationship ◽  
Post Operative Pain ◽  
Good Pain Relief

Pentazocine (Fortral) suppositories (50 mg) were compared with pethidine (100 mg) by injection in 500 patients after general and gynaecological surgery. Pain was assessed by patients using a pain thermometer, (a modification of a visual analogue scale), and by observers using an adjectival scale. There was a good relationship between these methods. Good pain relief was obtained with both drugs and there was little difference between the treatments in moderate pain. Pethidine was faster and more effective, particularly in severe pain. There were fewer side-effects with pentazocine suppositories. They are a useful alternative to injections, especially in moderate pain.

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