1. The problem of pain -- 2. The perception of pain --3. The psychology of pain -- 4. The assessment of pain -- 5. Analgesic drugs -- 6. Stimulation to relieve pain -- 7. Acute pain -- 8. Pain in cancer --9. Pain as a long-term problem -- 10. Musculoskeletal pain -- 11. Neurogenic pain
Summary
Emphasizes the practical management of all types of pain. It analyzes why pain is often disregarded by clinicians and poorly managed, as well as exploring the mechanisms involved in pain perception, the use of analgesic drugs, and stimulation techniques
