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Edited by master clinician-experts appointed by the American Academy of Pain Medicine, this is a state-of-the-art multidisciplinary textbook covering medical, interventional, and integrative approaches to the treatment and management of pain. It is designed as a practical and comprehensive primary reference for busy physicians and is also an up-to-date resource for preparing for certification examinations in pain medicine. ? Written and edited by world-class authorities ? "Key Points" preview contents of each chapter ? Leading edge medical topics, such as monitoring opioid use and abuse, and the emerging role of cannabinoids in pain treatment ? Expert guidance on full range of interventional techniques ? Clinical anatomy and physiology for the interventionist ? Behavioral dimensions of the experience and management of pain ? Integrative approaches for treating the "whole person" ? Legal issues, such as failure to treat pain ? First-hand patient accounts