| abstract |
Methods for treating, preventing, modifying and controlling various types of pain are described. Specific methods comprise the administration of a selective cytokine inhibitor drug, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate hydrate, stereoisomer, clathrate, or prodrug thereof, alone or in combination with a second active agent / or surgery, psychological or physical therapy . Pharmaceutical compositions, single unit dosage forms, and equipment suitable for use in the methods of the invention are also described. |