NEUROPATHIC PAIN FROM A REHABILITATION PERSPECTIVE: INTERVENTIONAL ASPECTS

Neuropathic pain (NP) arises from a lesion or disease affecting the somatosensory system, either peripheral or central, and represents a significant challenge in rehabilitation medicine.It is characterized by symptoms such as burning, shooting pain, allodynia, and hyperalgesia, often leading to functional limitations and psychological distress.While pharmacological and physical therapies remain foundational, interventional approaches are increasingly used in comprehensive rehabilitation strategies to manage refractory neuropathic pain.Understanding the Role of Rehabilitation In rehabilitation, the primary goals for patients with neuropathic pain are to restore function, reduce pain-related disability, and improve quality of life.A multidisciplinary approach involving physical therapy, psychological support, and pharmacological treatment is standard.However, in patients who do not respond adequately to conservative therapies, interventional pain management becomes essential.Interventional Techniques in Neuropathic Pain