This third edition offers an accessible and concise, yet complete, overview of today's theory and practice of pain medicine and regional anesthesia. From a review of basic considerations through local anesthetics and nerve block techniques, this book provides the reader with an …
"Patients with chronic pain understandably seek relief from their distress and discomfort, but many medications that alleviate pain are potentially addictive, and most chronic pain conditions only have a temporary response to opiate analgesic drugs. This volume reviews the funda…
"Pain is felt by everyone, yet understanding its nature is fragmented across myriad modes of thought. In this compact, yet thoroughly integrative account uniting medical science, psychology, and the humanities Ronald Schleifer offers a deep and complex understanding along with p…
Machine generated contents note: -- Preface -- Introduction -- Chapter 1. How Pain Affects Children and Families -- Chapter 2. Getting Help and Setting Goals -- Chapter 3. Relaxation Methods for Children and Teenagers -- Chapter 4. Praise, Attention and Reward Systems -- Chapter…
Chronic pain management for the hospitalized patient