"In Dr. Scott Fishman we have a model of compassion in a technological setting. . . .I feel rare confidence as I read his advice."--Thomas Moore, from the Foreword
For centuries, pain has been our most formidable and elusive adversary. But astounding breakthroughs in pain medicine have turned the tide in the age-old battle against suffering. In this comprehensive book, eminent pain specialist Scott Fishman, M.D., takes us to the front lines of this war, arming readers with the information--and inspiration--they need to understand and manage the full spectrum of pain: from chronic back pain to the acute discomfort of postsurgical pain, from migraines and arthritis to the suffering of terminal illness.
As a physician and psychiatrist--and as the chief of a leading pain center--Dr. Fishman has a rare perspective on suffering. He understands that beyond the physical anguish, chronic pain isolates its victims while it devastates families, relationships, and careers. Too often, pain sufferers must do battle against a medical culture that is largely ill-prepared to cope with their needs. And yet, as Dr. Fishman reports, breakthroughs in neuroscience, pharmacology, and mind-body therapies have given doctors and their patients the upper hand.
Through the personal journeys of real patients, we learn about the anatomy of pain and explore its pathways through the body and mind. We explore the full range of pain-fighting techniques that get results, from surgical nerve blocks to acupuncture, from common analgesics to opioids, from psychiatric drugs to cognitive behavioral therapies. As Dr. Fishman has learned from his unique clinical experience, the best chance of defeating this enemy is an integrative arsenal of traditional and "alternative" weapons.
Writing with eloquence and compassion, Dr. Fishman offers an insider's view of how the secret language of pain is decoded and disarmed. After reading this book he hopes that you will be able to act as your own best advocate throughout the healthcare system. Dr. Fishman believes that the war on pain demands a mix of combat and diplomacy, of strategy and tactics, of carefully choosing one's battles and knowing how to step out of the crossfire. In the end, we all fight our own war on pain. And this book goes a long way toward fortifying each of us in the struggle.

The War on Pain: How Breakthroughs in the New Field of Pain Medicine are Turning the Tide Against Suffering

Fishman, Scott

Berger, Lisa

Reference

Harper

If you are one of the 45 million Americans suffering from chronic pain, you've most likely seen numerous doctors and tried a wide range of medicines and treatments, only to alleviate your pain. You've probably come to believe that there's nothing to be done and that your chronic pain, is, well, chronic. Now, in a groundbreaking contribution, Dr. Scott Fishman introduces an interdisciplinary pain-management approach that integrates traditional and alternative techniques including pharmcology, neuroscience, experimental precedures and mind-body medicine. For anyone who suffers from chronic pain conditions such as back pain, post-surgical pain, migraines, and arthritis, The War on Pain, with the latest research personal stories of patients, and the wise and compassionate advice of a leading pain expert, is a patient's best defense.

The War on Pain

Parenting & Relationships

Harper-perennial

Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) is one of the two most common neuropathic pain disorders (the other is diabetic neuropathy), which in turn is a common type of chronic pain syndrome. The prevalence of neuropathic pain in the United States has been estimated at almost 3.8 million and PHN may account for as many as one million in these cases. PHN is a chronic pain disorder associated wtih skin eruptions due to the varicella zoster virus (VZV), known as shingles or zoster, usually occurring in adults. The primary infection with the VZV, mostly in childhood, produces chicken pox (varicella). Following the initial infection, the virus remains latent in the body until it is reactivated, producing the shingles rash. Shingles is characterized by painful, grouped skin lesions, most commonly on the trunk or face. The eruption is the most distinctive feature, but frequently, the most debilitating symptom is pain. Once the acute phase and its usual rash have healed, lingering or new onset pain can occur and is referred to as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). Although the duration of pain symptoms in PHN generally does not exceed three months, a significant proportion of patients (up to 20% of those with PHN over the age of 50, and up to 50% in those over age 70) develop chronic pain lasting more than one year. In some patients, the pain may persist indefinitely, if not properly treated. Damage from the VZV can lead to persistent severe neuralgia, facial, or other nerve paralysis, blindness or other visual impairments, and encephalitis. The impact of pain on quality of life may be severe with chronic fatigue, anorexia, weight loss, physical inactivity, insomnia, and depression. Part of the new Oxford American Pocket Notes series, this ultra concise guide presents a brief overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of postherpetic neuralgia. Uniquely compact and affordable, the guide covers the use of antivirals and vaccines in preventing PHN, as well as treatment options once PHN occurs, including both pharmacological (oral, parenteral, and topical agents) and non-pharmacological therapies. In addition, the book provides actual pain assessment tools, such as the Short-Form McGill Questionnaire, and the Zoter Brief Pain Inventory, ready for practical use in the clinical setting.

Oxford American Pocket Notes Post Herpetic Neuralgia (Pharma Edition Only)

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Oxford University Press

This ultra concise guide presents a brief overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). Uniquely compact and affordable, this guide covers the use of antivirals and vacines in preventing PHN as well as treatment options once PHN occurs, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies. In addition, the book provides actual pain assessment tools such as the Short-Form McGill Questionnaire and the Zoster Brief Pain inventory, ready for practical use in the clinical setting.

Oxford American Pocket Notes Post Herpetic Neuralgia

Medical Books

Medicine

Spinal cord stimulators (SCS) are implantable medical devices used to treat chronic pain of neurologic origin, such as sciatica, intractable back pain, and diabetic. The device generates an electric pulse near the spinal cord's dorsal surface, providing a parasthesia sensation that alters the perception of pain by the patient, and is typically used in conjunction with conventional medical management. Spinal cord stimulators (SCS) are implantable medical devices used to treat chronic pain of neurologic origin, such as sciatica, intractable back pain, and diabetic. The device generates an electric pulse near the spinal cord's dorsal surface, providing a parasthesia sensation that alters the perception of pain by the patient, and is typically used in conjunction with conventional medical management.

Spinal Cord Stimulation: Percutaneous Implantation Techniques

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Kreis, Paul

Diseases & Physical Ailments

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