Chronic pain management

the long version

"This book introduces the reader to the complexities and management of chronic/persistent pain. This book is aimed at non-specialists working in all areas of health care who want to know more about this complex problem." "This book begins by exploring models of care and introduces the reader to the biopsychosocial model before going on to explain the physiology of pain. Further chapters explore the sufferer's experience, the appraisal of pain, and barriers to effective pain management and treatment strategies."--BOOK JACKET.