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What is the definition of Acute Pain?
Acute pain is defined as pain that occurs suddenly, is usually sharp, and lasts no longer than six months. Acute pain may be mild, moderate, or severe. Acute pain usually means that there is an underlying cause that needs to be evaluated. Acute pain goes away when the underlying cause has resolved. Some causes of acute pain include cuts and burns, dental work, muscle strains, inflammation, tissue damage, diseases, fractured bones, surgery, and labor and childbirth.
What are the symptoms of Acute Pain?
The symptoms of acute pain depend on the cause. Symptoms of acute pain include pain that occurs suddenly; an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling; a sharp pain that may be mild, moderate, or severe and that lasts for hours, days, or months; pain that lasts no longer than six months; and pain that goes away when the underlying condition has resolved.
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What are the current treatments for Acute Pain?
Treatment for acute pain depends on the cause and may include rest; cold or hot packs; physical therapy; exercise; stress reduction; aspirin; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen; muscle relaxants; opioids (narcotics); electrical stimulation therapy; antidepressants; trigger point injections; nerve blocks; steroids; and acupuncture.
Who are the top Acute Pain Local Doctors?
Elite in Acute Pain
Dr. Eugene R. Viscusi
Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
Elite in Acute Pain
Dr. Eugene R. Viscusi
Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

111 South 11th Street, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-955-6161
Languages Spoken:
English
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Eugene Viscusi is an Anesthesiologist and a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Viscusi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Glossectomy, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Viscusi is board certified in Anesthesiology. Dr. Viscusi is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Acute Pain
Elite in Acute Pain
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University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Anesthesiology

1400 Locust Street, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
412-232-7911
Languages Spoken:
English, Romanian
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Accepting New Patients

Mihaela Visoiu is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Visoiu is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Omphalocele, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Visoiu is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology and American Board Of Anesthesiology . Dr. Visoiu is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Acute Pain
Dr. Chad M. Brummett
Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology
Elite in Acute Pain
Dr. Chad M. Brummett
Pain Medicine | Anesthesiology
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Burlington Building

325 E Eisenhower Pkwy, Floor 1, 
Ann Arbor, MI 
734-615-7246
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Accepting New Patients
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Chad Brummett is a Pain Medicine specialist and an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Brummett is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Acute Pain, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Brummett is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Dr. Brummett is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Acute Pain Clinical Trials?
Liposomal Bupivacaine Plus Plain Bupivacaine Versus Dexamethasone Plus Plain Bupivacaine in the Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block in Patients With Risk Factors for Severe Acute Postoperative Pain: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Liposomal Bupivacaine Plus Plain Bupivacaine Versus Dexamethasone Plus Plain Bupivacaine in the Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block in Patients With Risk Factors for Severe Acute Postoperative Pain: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 08, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3

Summary: The supraclavicular brachial plexus block (BPB) is a frequently used anaesthetic method for upper limb surgeries, including distal radial fracture surgery. Adding liposomal bupivacaine to BPB has shown promise in enhancing postoperative pain control. A previous randomized controlled trial demonstrated that it reduced pain scores and OBAS compared to plain bupivacaine alone, especially on postopera...

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Prospective Feasibility, Analgesic Effectiveness, and Safety Study of a Visual Analog Scale-Guided Multimodal Pain Algorithm After Posterior Rib Remodeling With Osteosynthesis
Prospective Feasibility, Analgesic Effectiveness, and Safety Study of a Visual Analog Scale-Guided Multimodal Pain Algorithm After Posterior Rib Remodeling With Osteosynthesis
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 08, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure

Summary: This prospective single-group study will evaluate a visual analog scale-guided multimodal analgesia algorithm during the first five days after posterior rib remodeling with osteosynthesis. Pain will be assessed at 6, 12, and 24 hours and every 12 hours thereafter through 120 hours. Treatment will be escalated or reduced according to prespecified pain tiers and safety rules. The primary outcome is ...

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