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5th edition Stephen McMahon, PhD Martin Koltzenburg, MD
* Covers all aspects of the physiology, psychology, assessment, and management of pain. * Features contributions from a "who's who" of authorities in pain medicine, ensuring that the book is the most current, reliable, and complete core reference in the field. NEW TO THIS EDITION: * Features the expertise of two highly respected new editors—Stephen McMahon, PhD and Martin Koltzenburg, MD, PhD—as well as many new contributors, for a completely fresh look at the subject. * Uses a new, consistent format to present therapeutic options in an easy-to-review manner. * Provides increased coverage of anesthetic techniques. * Incorporates the most recent pharmacologic developments involving drug categories such as anticonvulsants, antidepressants, muscle relaxants, and cannabinoids. * Several new chapters, including the one on addiction to pain medication, clinical trials, and evidence-based medicine in pain, extended headache section (1 chapter in 4/e vs. 4 chapters in 5/e). * Offers many new illustrations to provide a colorful and graphic representation of important concepts. * Reflects all of the changes that have taken place in this rapidly moving field. |
