Neuropathic Pain: From Nerve Compression to Neuroma Thursday, September 26 Thu, Sep 26 8:00-9:30 a.m. PDT
When patients present with damage or dysfunction of one or more nerves resulting in pain, numbness, tingling and/or weakness, you will be called upon to review a variety of causes and treatment options. Panelists will discuss common examples of nerve compression such as carpal, cubital and radial tunnel syndromes as well as common types of neuromas such as Morton’s neuroma; digital neuromas and posterior interosseous nerve neuromas.
At the end of this activity participants will be able to:
- Identify symptoms and causes of typical nerve compression syndromes.
- Describe common neuromas.
- Describe possible treatment options including surgical interventions.
Accreditation: The American Society of Plastic Surgeons® (ASPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation: The ASPS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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