Clinical Case Study - Trigeminal Neuralgia
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Overview
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a painful condition characterised by severe electric shock-like or burning pain in the craniofacial tissues that connect to the trigeminal nerve.
Anne, a 52 year old with TN, seeks treatment for chronic facial pain with regular nightly flare ups. Due to the pain Anne’s been feeling nauseated and finding it difficult to sleep, and hasn’t been able to fully participate in daily life.
Despite trialling and using a range of conventional medications, and regularly consulting specialists, Anne hasn’t found relief for her symptoms. She’s looking to medical cannabis to help her manage her pain, nausea and sleep so she can get back to work and life.
In this case study, we explore how Anne’s team prescribed medical cannabis products to help Anne manage her pain and improve her quality of life.
Preview this case study by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this case study, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology of trigeminal neuralgia and identify common management strategies
- Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of medical cannabis as a treatment option for symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia
- Identify suitable candidates for medical cannabis treatment
- Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in the management of symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia
- Devise treatment plans that consider patient safety and minimise risk
- Offer effective patient education and treatment advice on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis
Overview
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a painful condition characterised by severe electric shock-like or burning pain in the craniofacial tissues that connect to the trigeminal nerve.
Anne, a 52 year old with TN, seeks treatment for chronic facial pain with regular nightly flare ups. Due to the pain Anne’s been feeling nauseated and finding it difficult to sleep, and hasn’t been able to fully participate in daily life.
Despite trialling and using a range of conventional medications, and regularly consulting specialists, Anne hasn’t found relief for her symptoms. She’s looking to medical cannabis to help her manage her pain, nausea and sleep so she can get back to work and life.
In this case study, we explore how Anne’s team prescribed medical cannabis products to help Anne manage her pain and improve her quality of life.
Preview this case study by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this case study, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology of trigeminal neuralgia and identify common management strategies
- Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of medical cannabis as a treatment option for symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia
- Identify suitable candidates for medical cannabis treatment
- Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in the management of symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia
- Devise treatment plans that consider patient safety and minimise risk
- Offer effective patient education and treatment advice on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis