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* "e;Key Points"e; 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 "e;whole person"e;* Legal issues, such as failure to treat pain* First-hand patient accounts