Table of Contents
1.
Pain: Causes and Treatments
Introduction: The Universal Disorder
A Brief History of Pain
The Two Faces of Pain: Acute and Chronic
The A to Z of Pain
How is Pain Diagnosed?
How Pain is Treated?
What is the Role of Age and Gender in Pain?
Pain in Aging and Pediatric Populations: Special Needs and Concerns
2.
Study of Pain
A Pain Primer: What Do We Know About Pain?
What is the Future of Pain Research?
Hope for the Future
Where can I get more Information?
3.
More on Pain
Spine Basics: The Vertebrae, Discs, and Spinal Cord
The Nervous Systems
Phantom Pain: How Does the Brain Feel?
Chili Peppers, Capsaicin, and Pain
Marijuana
Nerve Blocks
Pain Intensity Scales
4.
Psychosocial Aspects of Chronic Pain
Depression
Anxiety
Suicide
5.
Update on Managing Chronic Migraine
Types of Chronic Daily Headache
6.
Central Pain Syndrome
What is Central Pain Syndrome?
Is there any Treatment?
What is the Prognosis?
What Research is being done?
7.
Shingles
Introduction
What is Shingles?
Who is at Risk for Shingles?
What are the Symptoms of Shingles?
How Should Shingles Be Treated?
Is Shingles Contagious?
Can Shingles Be Prevented?
What is Posttherpetic Neuralgia?
What are Other Complications of Shingles?
Can Infection with VZV During Pregnancy Harm the Baby?
What Research is Being Done?
“On Catching Chickenpox . . . but not Catching Shingles?
8.
Low Back Pain
What Structures Make up the Back?
What Causes Lower Back Pain?
Who is Most Likely to Develop Low Back Pain?
What Conditions are Associated with Low Back Pain?
How is Low Back Pain Diagnosed?
How is Back Pain Treated?
Can Back Pain Be Prevented?
Quick Tips to a Healthier Back
What Research is Being Done?
Where can I Get More Information?
9.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial Pain - The Symptoms and Causes
How to Diagnose and Treat Myofascial Pain Syndrome
10.
Opiates for Chronic Pain
Amid Ongoing Controversy, Researchers Find Opiates Relieve Chronic Pain From Nervous System Damage
11.
Acupuncture
From Ancient Practice to Modern Science
What is Acupuncture?
Research on Acupuncture
12.
Complementary Therapy
Using Complementary Therapy
What is the Difference Between Complementary and Alternative Medicine?
Choosing Practitioners and Techniques
Acupuncture
Biofeedback
Chiropractic Manipulation
Guided Imagery
Herbal Medicine and Supplements
Homeopathic Medicine
Hypnosis
Naturopathic Medicine
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Relaxation Breathing
Yoga
Conclusion
13.
Magnets for Pain
Introduction
Key Points
About Magnets
History of Magnets for Health Uses
What the Science Says, What Studies Have Shown
Challenges Facing Researchers
How Magnets Might Work
Side Effects and Risks
NCCAM-Funded Research
14.
Integrative Pain Therapy
Foundations of Health
Stress Management
Proper Nutrition
Exercise
Psychosocial Support