Get the core knowledge in pain medicine you need from one of the most trusted resources in the field. The new fourth edition guides you through every aspect of pain medicine with concise descriptions of evaluation, diagnosis of pain syndromes, rationales for management, treatment modalities, and much more. From commonly seen pain syndromes, including headaches, trunk pain, orofacial pain, back pain, and extremity pain…through specific pain management challenges such as postoperative pain, pain due to cancer, phantom pain, and pain in the management of AIDS patients…this popular text will equip you with the know-how you need to effectively manage even your most challenging cases.

本书是本领域中最可信赖的参考书之一，内含疼痛医学的各种重要知识。全新第四版对疼痛医学的各个方面做出指导，包括疼痛综合征的评估和诊断、处理原则、治疗方法等等。涵盖常见的疼痛综合征如头痛、躯干痛、口颌面痛、背痛和肢端痛……以及特殊疼痛难题，如术后疼痛、癌症引起的疼痛、幻痛、AIDS患者的疼痛等。本书可帮助读者掌握所需知识，解决最困难的病例。

"Continues to be a cornerstone in the library of the pain physician."—Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, review of the previous edition.

* A practical, multidisciplinary approach to pain management makes key concepts and techniques easier to apply to everyday practice. * Expert contributors provide the latest knowledge on all aspects of pain management, from general principles through to specific management techniques. * Detailed discussions of the latest concepts and treatment plans help you provide the best possible outcomes for all your patients.

* Extensively updated chapters acquaint you with the most current trends and techniques in pain management. * A new section on complications helps you avoid and manage potential pitfalls. * A new editorial team ensures that you are getting the freshest, most clinically relevant information available today. * New, full-color art clarifies key concepts and techniques.