AAHA/AAFP Pain Management Guidelines for Dogs & Cats

2007 ◽  
Vol 43 (5) ◽  
pp. 235-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Hellyer ◽  
Ilona Rodan ◽  
Jane Brunt ◽  
Robin Downing ◽  
James E. Hagedorn ◽  
...  

Pain management in dogs and cats has undergone a dramatic evolution in the past decade. Current approaches focus on anticipation and prevention of pain, as well as both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management techniques. The veterinary team plays an essential role in educating pet owners about recognizing and managing pain in their pets.


2003 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 261-275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul C. Walker ◽  
Deborah S. Wagner

A growing body of evidence demonstrates that untreated pain is associated with adverse consequences that can compromise clinical and developmental outcomes in children but that these adverse consequences can be prevented or attenuated by appropriate analgesic therapy. Thus, effective treatment of acute pain must be a clinical priority for children of all ages. Over the past 20 years, extensive pediatric research exploring pain assessment, developmental pharmacology of analgesics, and the clinical use of analgesics has dispelled many myths and misconceptions about pain management in pediatric patients; proven that analgesics can be used safely in neonates, infants, and children; and provided a framework for the development of pediatric pain management guidelines. This article reviews guidelines recommended for managing acute pain in pediatric patients and the treatment options for children experiencing acute pain. Contemporary issues regarding acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and opioids are discussed.



2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 456-462
Author(s):  
Mary Ellen Goldberg

Osteoarthritis is a developmental disease that progresses as the canine ages. While incurable, there are ways to help mitigate the severity of the disease. Geriatric patients often have pain, lowered mobility, and decreased quality of life. Utilisation of clinical metrology instruments (CMIs), published pain management guidelines, multimodal medications, published quality of life scales, and the use of physical rehabilitation modalities/techniques enable the dog to live a full life. The dog's advancing age does not have to cause abrupt cessation of activities that all family members enjoy. Environmental modification and client education allow dogs to enjoy their entire life with their families.





2005 ◽  
Vol 101 (4) ◽  
pp. 1112-1116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yehuda Shavit ◽  
Gila Fish ◽  
Gilly Wolf ◽  
Eduard Mayburd ◽  
Ylia Meerson ◽  
...  


1992 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
R. N. Pant Davies




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