Pain Management: A Comprehensive Guide for Health Professionals

Authored by renowned experts Hubert van Griensven PhD MSc(Pain) MCSP BSc DipAc, Jenny Strong PhD MOccThy, and BOccThyPain, this textbook provides an in-depth exploration of pain and pain management, with a strong focus on interprofessional practice.

What’s New in the Third Edition

This fully updated edition reflects the latest evidence and understanding in the field, bridging the gap between theoretical foundations and practical application for assessing and managing patients with persistent pain. The text is written in clear, accessible language, making it an essential resource for healthcare professionals.

Comprehensive Coverage of Pain and Pain Management

This textbook covers all aspects of pain and pain management, including:

• Personal aspects of pain and the therapeutic alliance
• Social and cultural aspects of pain
• Pain education for patients
• Multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary working
• Acute and chronic pain management
• Communication, the language of pain, and inequities in pain

Relevant for a Wide Audience

This comprehensive guide is suitable for a broad range of healthcare professionals, including:

• Physiotherapists
• Occupational therapists
• Social workers
• Nurses
• GPs
• Undergraduate students

The textbook provides factual and informative content for clinicians in everyday practice, making it an indispensable resource for anyone working with patients experiencing pain.

Features and Benefits

This updated edition includes:

• New chapters on communication, pain education, and multidisciplinary working
• Updated chapters with the latest information on the psychology of pain
• Full-color artworks and page design for enhanced visual learning

Published by Elsevier, this 470-page textbook is available in English and provides a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve their understanding and management of pain.