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Nonpharmacological Interventions For The Reduction Of Post-Operative Pain After Ambulatory Surgery: A Systematic Review Of Randomised Controlled Trials, Kevin E. Tololiu, Jed Duff, Krisztina Csokasi
Nonpharmacological Interventions For The Reduction Of Post-Operative Pain After Ambulatory Surgery: A Systematic Review Of Randomised Controlled Trials, Kevin E. Tololiu, Jed Duff, Krisztina Csokasi
Journal of Perioperative Nursing
Aims: To examine the effectiveness of nonpharmacological interventions for the reduction of post-operative pain in patients undergoing ambulatory surgery (also known as day surgery).
Background: Post-surgical pain remains prevalent, especially in day surgery cases. When poorly managed, this acute pain can lead to chronic pain and delayed recovery. Nowadays, several nonpharmacological regimens are available for reducing pain after ambulatory surgery. Further investigation is required to assess the quality of these alternatives.
Design: Systematic review
Methods: An electronic search of PubMed, CINAHL (via EBSCOhost), Embase, and Cochrane library was undertaken to screen and assess the studies of nonpharmacological intervention in reducing …