Encyclopedia of Pain

by Schmidt, Robert F.; Willis, William D., Jr.

• ISBN13: 9783540439578
• ISBN10: 3540439579
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2007-04-30
• Publisher: Springer Nature

Summary

This is the most comprehensive overview available anywhere on the broad, multi-faceted and complex topic of pain a?? and the rapidly evolving scientific and medical disciplines that seek to understand, assess and treat pain. The Encyclopedia of Pain includes more than 3,000 entries and provides clear, detailed and up-to-date coverage of the current state of research, and treatment of pain. In addition, detailed essays provide in-depth information on all aspects of nociception and pain, including substrates, causes, pathophysiology, symptoms and signs, diagnoses and treatment. A thousand color figures enhance understanding of this too-little-understood topic. Solidly structured and inclusive, this three-volume reference is an invaluable tool for clinical scientists and practitioners in academia, health care and industry, as well as students, teachers and interested laypersons. Please note that this publication is available as print only OR online only OR print + online bundle. Save 75% of the online list price when purchasing the bundle.