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Section: CME Category: Pain Management

Neuromas and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Gabriela Yurkanin, DPM

This lecture, by Gabriela Yurkanin DPM, delves into the distinct and overlapping pathophysiological mechanisms of painful neuromas and CRPS, with a focus on peripheral and central sensitization processes. Participants will review current diagnostic strategies, including clinical criteria, imaging modalities, and adjunctive testing, to accurately identify these challenging pain conditions and distinguish them from other sources of chronic pain. The session will also explore a range of medical, interventional, and surgical treatment options, emphasizing individualized approaches that aim to improve functional outcomes and enhance quality of life for affected patients.

CME (Credits: 0.50)

Method of Participation

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Goals and Objectives
  1. Differentiate Pathophysiology:Explain the mechanisms underlying painful neuroma formation and the pathophysiological changes associated with CRPS, including peripheral and central sensitization.
  2. Analyze Diagnostic Strategies:Evaluate current diagnostic criteria, imaging, and adjunctive testing that aid in diagnosing neuromas and CRPS and other sources of chronic pain.
  3. Explore Treatment Approaches:Compare and contrast available medical, interventional, and surgical management options for neuromas and CRPS, with an emphasis on optimizing functional outcomes and quality of life.
  • Accreditation and Designation of Credits
  • CME (Credits: 0.50)

    PRESENT e-Learning Systems is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. PRESENT e-Learning Systems has approved this activity for a maximum of 0.50 continuing education contact hours

    Release Date: 04/14/2026 Expiration Date: 04/14/2029

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  • Disclosure Information

  • It is the policy of PRESENT e-Learning Systems and it's accreditors to insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its individually sponsored or jointly sponsored educational programs. All faculty participating in any PRESENT e-Learning Systems sponsored programs are expected to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest that may have a direct bearing on the subject matter of the continuing education program. This pertains to relationships with pharmaceutical companies, biomedical device manufacturers, or other corporations whose products or services are related to the subject matter of the presentation topic. The intent of this policy is not to prevent a speaker with a potential conflict of interest from making a presentation. It is merely intended that any potential conflict should be identified openly so that the listeners may form their own judgments about the presentation with the full disclosure of the facts.

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    Gabriela Yurkanin has nothing to disclose.