Handbook of Pain Assessment, Second Edition

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'The authoritative text on the assessment of patients with chronic pain has been updated and made even more useful. Researchers and clinicians will find this book a dependable and thorough review of pain measurement, behavioral assessment, medical and psychological evaluation, and outcomes studies. No single book does a better job on these topics. This book belongs in the library of all those who provide care to or undertake research on patients with chronic pain.'-John D. Loeser, MD, Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington

'Turk and Melzack have set out to provide a comprehensive review of pain assessment, and they have clearly achieved their goal. Chapter authors are authoritative, well-regarded clinicians and researchers, and their contributions are thought-provoking and concise, with surprisingly little overlap. The book not only covers time-honored theories, questions, and concerns, but also addresses contemporary issues brought about by new discovery and technology. A 'must' for pain researchers and clinicians, this volume is also well-suited for classroom use.'-Daniel M. Doleys, PhD, Pain Rehabilitation Institute at Montclair, Birmingham, Alabama The authoritative text on the assessment of patients with chronic pain has been updated and made even more useful. Researchers and clinicians will find this book a dependable and thorough review of pain measurement, behavioral assessment, medical and psychological evaluation, and outcomes studies. No single book does a better job on these topics. This book belongs in the library of all those who provide care to or undertake research on patients with chronic pain. - John D. Loeser, MD, Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington

A remarkably scholarly yet readable volume. The internationally known authors provide in-depth explanations of the basic issues and balanced discussions of the controversial ones. The diversity and breadth of coverage make this book superior to many much larger texts. It accomplishes the critically important task of teaching assessment of both the diseases that cause pain and the persons who suffer from pain. It will serve as a useful introductory text for medical students and graduate students in psychology, and as a source of broader knowledge for pain medicine practitioners whose strengths lie in particular disciplines. - Edward C. Covington, MD, Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio

Turk and Melzack have set out to provide a comprehensive review of pain assessment, and they have clearly achieved their goal. Chapter authors are authoritative, well-regarded clinicians and researchers, and their contributions are thought-provoking and concise, with surprisingly little overlap. The book not only covers time-honored theories, questions, and concerns, but also addresses contemporary issues brought about by new discovery and technology. A 'must' for pain researchers and clinicians, this volume is also well-suited for classroom use. - Daniel M. Doleys, PhD, Pain Rehabilitation Institute at Montclair, Birmingham, Alabama