Pain Management in Spine Surgery Volume II

Given the success of the first volume of the Research Topic: "Pain Management in Spine Surgery", and the rapidly evolving subject area, we are pleased to announce the launch of a second volume of this topic. After the great success of its first volume, this Research Topic aims to consolidate the latest evidence and insights on pain management in spine surgeryPain management in spine surgery continues to be a pivotal aspect of perioperative and postoperative care, directly impacting clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and the trajectory of recovery. As the prevalence and complexity of spine surgeries rise, so do the challenges associated with managing postoperative pain, particularly amidst a backdrop of opioid stewardship and rising concerns over opioid-related complications. Recent years have witnessed considerable advancements in multimodal and individualized approaches, with novel interventions, non-pharmacologic therapies, enhanced perioperative regimens, and patient-specific protocols emerging as promising strategies. However, despite incremental progress, a standardized and comprehensive framework for integrating these diverse pain management modalities remains elusive, and significant knowledge gaps persist around optimal treatment combinations, real-world effectiveness, and long-term patient-reported outcomes.This Research Topic aims to deepen the scientific understanding and clinical application of pain management strategies in the context of spine surgery. Building upon the success of prior collections, the main objectives are to investigate innovative interventions, assess their comparative and complementary value, and move towards creating integrated, evidence-based protocols that reflect the latest research and clinical experience. The Research Topic seeks to answer critical questions on efficacy, safety, and personalization of pain control, while exploring how emerging technologies, new pharmacological agents, and non-pharmacological therapies may revolutionize postoperative care. By bringing together diverse expertise and a range of methodologies, this effort strives to advance best practices and support improved outcomes for patients undergoing spine surgery.To gather further insights in the expanding field of pain management for spine surgery, this Research Topic focuses on original investigations as well as comprehensive reviews across all stages of perioperative care, while prioritizing evidence that bridges gaps in knowledge or clinical practice.We welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:- Comparative effectiveness of pain management protocols in various spine surgery procedures- Epidemiology, diagnostic tools, prognosis, and imaging advances for postoperative pain- Risk stratification, individual patient factors, and preoperative predictors in pain outcomes- Nursing and allied health interventions in perioperative pain mitigation- Pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and integrative approaches, including personalized multimodal regimens- Development and evaluation of novel interventions, biomaterials, internal fixation devices, and surgical techniques aimed at minimizing postoperative pain- Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and population-based studies covering efficacy, real-world utility, and complications of pain management strategies- Patient-centered research, including assessment of quality of life, functional recovery milestones, and disparities in pain experience or treatment access.We welcome original research, reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, short communications, and methodological papers that help advance understanding and improve the management of pain in spine surgery. Topic editors: Sidong Yang, WENTIAN LI, Felicity Han, Ji Tu Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/77167/pain-management-in-spine-surgery-volume-ii