This book will enable readers to understand the principles underpinning the management of pain which a particular emphasis upon the care of the older adult. The

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Highlights major new accomplishments in such areas as the neurobiology of pain, age-related psychological and cognitive differences in pain perception, and the

Written specifically for older adults who need practical information and advice for managing chronic pain, this easy-to-read, illustrated guide offers effective

Up-to-date information on pain management—including options to consider when conventional treatment is ineffective Providing effective treatment for pain-espe