Comprehensive Treatment Of Chronic Pain By Medical, Interventional, And Integrative Approaches

Edited by master clinician-experts appointed by the American Academy of Pain Medicine, this is a state-of-the-art multidisciplinary textbook covering medical, interventional, and integrative approaches to the treatment and management of pain.  It is designed as a practical and comprehensive primary reference for busy physicians and is also an up-to-date resource for preparing for certification examinations in pain medicine.  ·        Written and edited by world-class authorities ·        “Key Points” preview contents of each chapter ·        Leading edge medical topics, such as monitoring opioid use and abuse, and the emerging role of cannabinoids in pain treatment ·        Expert guidance on full range of interventional techniques ·        Clinical anatomy and physiology for the interventionist ·        Behavioral dimensions of the experience and management of pain ·        Integrative approaches for treating the “whole person” ·        Legal issues, such as failure to treat pain ·        First-hand patient accounts