Multimodal Approaches to Pain Management After Surgery: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices, Identified Gaps, and Future Perspectives - Takeaways - DentalSpire

Multimodal Approaches to Pain Management After Surgery: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices, Identified Gaps, and Future Perspectives

  • By

  • Braden M. Lopez

  • Brent M. Lee

  • Michael D. Miller

  • Mohab M. Ibrahim

  • Todd W. Vanderah

  • Arthur C. Riegel

  • December 19, 2025

  • 0 min

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    Up to 80% of surgical patients experience inadequate pain control, highlighting the challenge of effective postoperative pain management.

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    Multimodal pain management (MMPM) is recommended to mitigate opioid use, but a standardized approach is lacking and varies by clinician.

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    There is a significant educational gap in surgical training regarding postoperative pain management, impacting evidence-based practices.

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    The American Society of Anesthesiologists outlines seven principles for acute pain management, but their application requires ongoing evaluation.

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    Future directions include developing personalized pain management frameworks and enhancing education to improve postoperative outcomes.

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Multimodal Approaches to Pain Management After Surgery: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices, Identified Gaps, and Future Perspectives

  • by Braden M. Lopez, Brent M. Lee, Michael D. Miller, Mohab M. Ibrahim, Todd W. Vanderah, Arthur C. Riegel

  • December 19, 2025

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