Neuromodulation for Facial Pain

Dr. Konstantin Slavin’s discussion on neuromodulation for facial pain emphasizes the importance of choosing the right procedure for the patient’s specific pain indication. He mentions the Burchiel and more comprehensive ICHD-3 Beta classifications of facial pain. He highlights that neuromodulation is unsuitable for trigeminal neuralgia as it doesn’t address the underlying cause of pain. Dr. Slavin suggests various treatments, including motor cortex stimulation, deep brain stimulation, and spinal cord stimulation, and explores wireless technology in facial pain treatment. He concludes with his recommendations for classification and neuromodulation’s role in facial pain management.