Managing Persistent Pain in Adolescents: A Handbook for Therapists (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781846190124)

This no-nonsense guide promotes a multidisciplinary approach to pain management in adolescent patients, acknowledging persistent pain is a complex biopsychosocial problem. With a strong focus on highly practical, applied strategies incorporating beliefs and values, mediation, relaxation, imagery, physical fitness and pacing, the book examines the many issues surrounding persistent pain. The thoughtful, compassionate approach considers lifestyle, family considerations and self-management in this unique population. Medical and psychological issues are highlighted throughout, with extensive use of case studies to illustrate important topics and potential obstacles. For Allied Health Professionals working with adolescent patients, this is the ideal practical guide.

Author: Roslyn Rogers,Ian Banks
ISBN-10: 1846190126
ISBN-13: 9781846190124
Publisher: CRC Press
Language: English
Published: 02/29/2008
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 10.20h x 6.70w x 0.60d