I. The Etiopathogenesis and Basics of Pain

This module begins with a brief overview the history of pain to its current understanding. This will be followed by a review of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) definition of pain and different types of pain (nociceptive, nociplastic and neuropathic pain). Finally, outline the relationships between acute, subacute and chronic pain.

CME Credit Available:

.75 AOA Category 1-A credits

.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Review and Release Date:

This activity is valid from October 31, 2023 until October 31, 2026.

Robert Agnello, DO, FACOFP (he/him/his)

Assistant Professor of Family Medicine

Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Robert N. Agnello is an assistant professor of family medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM). He has been adjunct faculty since CUSOM’s inception in 2013, assisting the OMM department. Dr. Agnello is board-certified in family medicine since 2001 and holds a CAQ in pain medicine since 2017. His clinical interests lie in pain management through integrative osteopathic medicine, combining various strategies. His research focuses on complementary care modalities and their impact on pain, including osteopathic manipulation, auricular acupuncture, and functional medicine. Dr. Agnello is actively involved in professional organizations such as the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP), American Osteopathic Association (AOA), and American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO).

Dr. Robert N. Agnello, DO, FACOFP has no disclosures.