The War on Pain
"A lucid and accessible explanation of pain in all of its dimensions, told through case histories with a very human face. With an understanding of pain's effects on body and mind, Dr. Fishman offers important physical and psychic strategies to loosen the grip of chronic suffering." --Jerome E. Groopman, M.D., author ofThe Measure of Our Days<br /><br />"Dr. Fishman is a recognized authority on pain management. In this very lucid volume, he describes the extraordinary advances that have occurred in the scientific understanding of pain biology, and the remarkable translation of these advances to patient care. His book demonstrates well the expertise and compassion that a pain specialist can bring to the care of patients with persistent pain." --Russell Portenoy, M.D., President, American Pain Society, Chairman, Department of Pain Medicine and Palliative Care, Beth Israel Medical Center<br /><br />"The management of pain has entered a new era, as Dr. Scott Fishman's book shows.The War on Paincould be a breakthrough for anyone who suffers. Bridging body and mind, this book exemplifies the best of integrative medicine." --Larry Dossey, M.D., author ofReinventing MedicineandHealing Words--This text refers to theHardcoveredition.