Dieses Buch wendet sich vor allem an Arzte in Klinik und Praxis, aber auch an fortgeschrittene Medizinstudenten, die einen Uberblick uber das Themengebiet Schmerz und vor allem die medikamentose Schmerztherapie gewinnen wollen. Namhafte Experten haben das komplexe Werk aus drei Blickrichtungen bearbeitet:
- Pathophysiologie des Schmerzes
- Pharmakologie der Analgetika sowie anderer eingesetzter Pharmaka
- Praktischer klinischer Teil mit Kasuistiken.
Ein Glossar mit wichtigen Begriffen zur Schmerztherapie, eine Liste von Wirkstoffen und Handelsnamen sowie Hinweise auf weiterfuhrende Literatur und eine Liste nutzlicher Adressen vervollstandigen das Buch."

A rich and rewarding life is possible for those of us who live with chronic pain. Based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), one of the most promising and fastest growing psychotherapies being practiced today, this book breaks with conventional notions of pain management. These 'feel good' approaches-including the use of pain-killing medication-all work to prevent painful sensations. The ACT approach, however, begins with the assumption that pain is a normal part of living that teaches us a lot about the state of our bodies and minds. Attempts to avoid it often cause more harm than good. By accepting and learning to live with pain, you limit the control it exerts over you. Mindfulness exercises, in particular, help you transform pain from a life-defining preoccupation to a simple experience. From this strong position, you can make choices that will lead to the life you've always wanted. Committed action is the way to make it happen.

Il dolore cronico vulvare, o vulvodinia, e una patologia diffusa che puo avere un forte impatto sul benessere della donna. Nonostante sia frequentemente osservata nella pratica clinica quotidiana, resta un disturbo trascurato e puo richiedere anche molti anni per essere correttamente

diagnosticato. Il volume offre un panorama conciso delle ultimissime acquisizioni sulla diagnosi e la cura della vulvodinia e delle sue numerose comorbilita, ha un formato facile da leggere, con molti consigli pratici, e aiuta ad affrontare rapidamente ed efficacemente tutte le complesse e delicate problematiche

che sottendono il disturbo. Questo libro si rivolge ai medici motivati a migliorare la qualita di vita delle donne che soffrono di vulvodinia, e in particolare ai Ginecologi e ai Medici di Medicina Generale.

This book is prepared for patients who suffer from 'Burning mouth disease', also referred to as 'Burning mouth syndrome'. It gives a comprehensive overview of the disease, its symptoms and management. Readers will learn about the terminology and definition of 'Burning mouth disease', and its suggested causes. Attention is paid to symptoms of various diseases that may mimic those of burning mouth disease. Neurological and psychogenic aspects are well covered, as are the many reported pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. The combined training of the author in oral surgery, oral pathology and oral medicine has provided him with exceptional expertise in both the diagnosis and the management of patients with burning mouth disease. This book is a must have for everyone who is interested in this enigmatic disease.

... und jetzt ein kunstliches Huftgelenk? Mit dieser Frage mussen sich allein in Deutschland Jahr fur Jahr uber 150 000 Huft-Patienten auseinander setzen. Obgleich die Wahrscheinlichkeit hoch ist, dass sich mit einem -neuen- kunstlichen Huftgelenk die Lebensqualitat deutlich verbessern wurde, zogern viele Betroffene aus Angst und Unwissenheit die Entscheidung fur die Operation unnotig hinaus.

Der Ratgeber enthalt wichtige Informationen zu kunstlichen Huftgelenken und dazu, auf welche Weise sie im Korper funktionieren. Sie erfahren Details zu Krankengeschichten und Prothesentypen, zur Anatomie des Huftgelenks und zur Entstehung, Auspragung und Behandlung von Arthrose sowie zu Methoden der Physiotherapie. Zahlreiche Berichte von Patienten werden mit facharztlichen Erlauterungen verknupft. Checklisten, Ubersichten und Hervorhebungen ermoglichen eine schnelle Orientierung. Ubungsanleitungen fur das tagliche Bewegungstraining der operierten Hufte geben Hinweise fur Ihren Weg aus dem Schmerz."

TENS units are some of the top-selling health and injury rehab products online Recently FDA approved, TENS units are affordable and easy to use at home without a doctor Includes color photographs and step-by-step instructions Author is a doctor and licensed physical therapist Author runs a successful YouTube channel called AskDoctorJo, has 40.5 million views and 110K followers on Facebook

Linderung von Beschwerden von Schwerkranken und Sterbenden sind zentrales Thema dieses Buches, wobei physische, psychische, seelische und soziale Aspekte integriert gesehen werden. Die Autorin, Gesundheits- und Krankenschwester, Pflegewissenschafterin, Philosophin und Soziologin gibt in ubersichtlicher Form fachliche Pflegehinweise fur Alltagssituationen. Die notwendigen, theoretischen Grundlagen werden ebenso vermittelt. Ein ausfuhrliches Kapitel ist der Schmerzerkennung, -erfassung und -bekampfung gewidmet, weitere behandeln die Unterstutzung bei der Bewaltigung anderer qualender Symptome, wie z. B. Atemnot, Schlaflosigkeit oder Angstzustande. Dieses Buch bietet konkrete, praxisnahe Pflegemassnahmen an und ermoglicht eine bessere Versorgung von Patienten im letzten Lebensabschnitt. Die vierte Auflage wurde vollstandig uberarbeitet, aktualisiert, und neue Kapitel uber die Physiotherapie bei chronischen Schmerzen, Musiktherapie und grundlegende Haltung der Palliative Pflege oder Delirium wurden erganzt."

In 7. Auflage kompakter und in den Grundlagen-Kapiteln noch aktueller: "Der Stux" ist nach wie vor das fundierte und praxisbezogene Standardwerk mit wissenschaftlichen Informationen zu den Wirkmechanismen der Akupunktur. Es zeichnet sich durch seine erfahrungsbasierte Auswahl aus: wichtigste chinesische Diagnosen, Therapieprinzipien inklusive der jeweils relevanten Akupunkturpunkte fur die einzelnen Storungsbilder. Klar, ubersichtlich und zusatzlich illustriert: die wichtigsten Akupunkturpunkte, chinesische Konstitutionstypen und die wichtigsten chinesischen Syndrome im Uberblick, alle bewahrten Akupunkturindikationen sowie detaillierte Hinweise zur Durchfuhrung der Therapie. Praktisch nutzliches Wissen fur Einsteiger und Profis.

Unique in its breadth of coverage ranging from historical accounts of drug use to clinical and preclinical behavioral studies, Psychopharmacology is appropriate for undergraduates studying the relationships between the behavioral effects of psychoactive drugs and their mechanisms of action. BL Chapter-opening vignettes foster student engagement BL Up-to-date and outstanding coverage of current research BL Breakout boxes present novel, and, in some cases, controversial topics for special discussion. Box themes include History of Psychopharmacology; Pharmacology in Action; Clinical Applications; Of Special Interest; and The Cutting Edge BL The book is extensively illustrated with full-color photographs and line art depicting important concepts and experimental data BL Section Summaries highlight key concepts from the section of text just read BL Chapter-ending Recommended Readings offer suggestions for further study BL Enhanced e-Book provides an interactive learning pathway through the content BL End-of-chapter study questions to further aid students Meyer, Psychopharmacology and it's accompanying enhanced ebook provide engaging features like self-study questions, and clinical case studies, cutting edge research, and applied pharmacology to keep students focused on the content, while providing the scientific depth, breadth, and rigor required for the course.

Here is a thoroughly updated edition of a classic in palliative medicine. Two new chapters have been added to the 1991 edition, along with a new preface summarizing where progress has been made and where it has not in the area of pain management. This book addresses the timely issue of doctor-patient relationships arguing that the patient, not the disease, should be the central focus of medicine. Included are a number of compelling patient narratives.

Praise for the first edition

"Well written. . .should be read by everyone in medical practice or considering a career in medicine."---JAMA.

"Memorable passages, important ideas, and critical analysis. This is a book that clinicians and educators should read."---New England Journal of Medicine.

Pain is a challenging area to understand for any healthcare professional, and quality training on the subject is required if nurses are to provide effective pain management and person-centred care. Based on the curriculum developed by the International Association for the Study of Pain, this book offers an essential guide to managing pain. Beginning with an examination of the biology of pain, it then goes on to consider pain management across the life course, looking at key topics including acute pain, cancer pain and pharmacology. Case scenarios are included throughout the book to help readers apply the knowledge they have learned to their own practice. This book is aimed primarily at meeting the learning needs of undergraduate nurses, and is essential reading for all healthcare professionals studying pain. The text will be helpful as a basic foundation for more advanced postgraduate courses in pain management in nursing practice.

Out of 315 million Americans, 100 million live in chronic pain. And yet the press has paid more attention to the abuses of pain medications than the astoundingly widespread condition they are intended to treat. Sufferers face unending discomfort or even agony. When chronic pain is inadequately treated, it undermines the body and mind from within, even inducing many to commit suicide. Far more than just a symptom, writes author Judy Foreman, chronic pain is a disease in its own right - the biggest health problem facing America today. In A Nation in Pain, Foreman offers a sweeping, deeply researched account of the chronic pain crisis, from neurobiology to public policy, and presents to practical solutions that are within our grasp today. Drawing on both her personal experience with chronic pain and her background as an award-winning health journalist, she guides us through recent scientific discoveries, including genetic susceptibility to pain; gender disparities in pain conditions and treatments, perhaps linked linked to estrogen; the problem of undertreated pain in children; the emerging role of the immune system in pain; advances in traditional treatments such as surgery and drugs; and fair-minded assessments of the effectiveness of alternative remedies, including marijuana, acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic care. The real magic bullet, Foreman writes, is exercise. Though many patients fear it will increase their discomfort, studies show it consistently produces improvement, often dramatic. She also explores the destructive "opioid wars," which have led to a misguided demonization of prescription painkillers. Foreman presents a far-reaching but sensible plan of action, ranging from enhancing pain education in medical schools to reforms of federal policies across the board. For doctors, scientists, policy makers, and especially patients, A Nation in Pain is essential reading.

Futureproof your body and relieve chronic pain resulting from sitting, slouching, and other bad lifestyle habits with this easy-to-perform set of daily stretching and exercise routines - from an innovative physical therapist who coaches dozens of celebrity clients. What if we could easily acquire long-lasting protection for our bodies and escape the chronic pain caused by our sit-all-the-time, slouch-too-much lifestyles? Vinh Pham is a world-class physical therapist - a member of a new breed that dissects how people really move. He has worked with a broad range of clients, from Olympians to NBA stars to Mixed martial arts-fighters to Golden Globe and Grammy Award-winning artists. Early in his career, he discovered a disappointing truth: most of his patients came to him already in pain. They had poor, deeply ingrained lifestyle habits that misaligned their joints and tightened their muscles. And the recent epidemic of prolonged sitting - which represents an all-day assault on the body - has only made things worse. If you're sitting for more than 30 minutes at a time without getting up, you may be heading toward a world of hurt. Vinh's answer to the host of muscle maladies that ails us has been a revolutionary concept: why not future proof? Instead of reacting to chronic pain after it flares up, what if we focused on a movement discipline that not only prevents injuries but leads to longer lives, healthier bodies, and a clearer mind? Sit Up Straight outlines a process that starts with a daily posture hygiene regimen. Performed correctly, these exercises will lock in protection for the rest of the day. But Vinh goes further. He provides stretching and exercise routines for many of the specific ailments that affect us - from hamstring pulls to sciatica to rotator cuff problems - and, best of all, he offers a series of customised movements based on age, gender and the kind of work we perform. A precise and simple toolkit for tweaking the way we move (or refuse to move), Sit Up Straight shows that the solution to becoming pain-free is easier than we think.

Navigating Life with Chronic Pain provides accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date information about the challenges patients, family, and caregivers face when confronted by chronic pain. No two pain experiences are the same, so your chronic pain depends on where you have pain, how long you have experienced pain, and how the pain symptoms developed. Everyone needs a customized approach because pain symptoms, other medical conditions, past pain experiences, beliefs about pain, environment, ability to cope with the pain, and financial and social support (like family, friends, and caregivers) are different for every person. This book aims to provide clear and reliable information about chronic pain, including "what" (definition), "how" (pathophysiology), and "why" (etiology). The authors expertly guide the reader through current approaches to diagnoses, including a review of diagnostic tests, as well as a comprehensive, integrated approach to chronic pain treatment. They demystify the pain evaluation and explain why pain professionals might ask you for detailed and seemingly personal information. Through the use of patient stories, you get real-world experiences and advice on navigating the day-to-day challenges of chronic pain. You will learn how to take control of your chronic pain using a variety of tools, like behavioral, exercise and nutritional approaches, medications, alternative treatments (yoga and tai chi), and injections or surgery.

Cannabis sativa has a long history; however, it has not been fully exploited for its beneficial uses. This plant can solve many present challenges, including challenges found in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Bioprospecting of this very important plant can generate economic upliftment of weaker sections of society and states if properly used under rules and regulations. Cannabis sativa Cultivation, Production, and Applications in Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics discusses in detail the current research conducted in the area of Cannabis sativa in order to make it more useful and sustainable for the future. It further focuses on the exploration of Cannabis sativa phytoconstituents in various fields, especially in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Covering topics such as bioactive properties, molecular modeling, and soil pollutants, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for pharmacologists, pharmacists, health professionals, food scientists, agricultural scientists, botanists, chemists, students and educators of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

Unter AErzten und Patienten sind Zweifel uber den Sinn und die Verbindlichkeit von Patientenverfugungen weit verbreitet. Mit ihrem Buch schaffen die Autoren Orientierung im Dickicht der Unsicherheiten. An Fallbeispielen aus der Praxis veranschaulichen sie die rechtlichen Hintergrunde und entwickeln prazise Entscheidungsroutinen und Formulierungshilfen. Der Umgang mit Patientenverfugungen lasst sich anhand der Fallbeispiele in griffiger Weise erlernen. Dieser selbstreflexiv-lernende Zugang zum Thema ist neu und bietet praxisbezogene Hilfestellung fur alle, die an der Implementierung von Patientenverfugungen beteiligt sind.

Halten Sie Ihr Fachwissen up-to-date! 11 Beitr ge aktueller Themen aus der Facharztzeitschrift DER ANAESTHESIST stellen die Grundlage f r Ihre Fort- und Weiterbildung dar, u.a.: Plexusan sthesie, Analgesie zur Geburtshilfe, Medikamenteninteraktionen f r den An sthesisten. Mit diesen didaktisch hervorragend aufbereiteten Beitr gen k nnen Sie sich optimal auf die Facharztpr fung vorbereiten: Pr fer wie Gepr fte. Ein Werk, das Ihre Fachkompetenz als An sthesist in der t glichen Arbeit unterst tzt.

Palliative care is rapidly evolving as a multidimensional therapeutic model devoted to improving the quality of life of all patients with life-threatening illness. Symptom control, management of psychosocial and spiritual concerns, decision making consistent with values and goals, and care of the imminently dying that is appropriate and sensitive to the unique needs of the individual and family - these are among the critical issues addressed through palliative care. As this discipline has evolved, the need for research in all these areas has become widely acknowledged. Issues in Palliative Care Research describes both the progress that already has been made in the investigation of these issues and the methodological elements that must be addressed in future studies. The perspective is broad and the overriding goal is to inform about the state of the art in these rapidly evolving areas of research.

Der Patient mit chronischem Muskelschmerz stellt fur Arzte verschiedener Fachrichtungen immer noch ein Problem dar.
Beitrage national und international ausgewiesener Experten informieren uber den neuesten Erkenntnisstand. "

Halten Sie Ihr Fachwissen up-to-date 12 BeitrAge aktueller Themen aus der Facharztzeitschrift DER ANAESTHESIST stellen die Grundlage fA1/4r Ihre Fort- und Weiterbildung dar, u.a.: Maligne Hyperthermie, Postoperatives Shivering, ErnAhrung in der Intensivmedizin. Mit diesen didaktisch hervorragend aufbereiteten BeitrAgen kAnnen Sie sich optimal auf die FacharztprA1/4fung vorbereiten: PrA1/4fer wie GeprA1/4fte. Ein Werk, das Ihre Fachkompetenz als AnAsthesist in der tAglichen Arbeit unterstA1/4tzt.