Controlled Substance Management in Chronic Pain: A Balanced Approach

Staats, Peter S.; Silverman, Sanford M.

This comprehensive guide covers prescribing controlled substances for patients with acute or chronic pain and provides a balanced discussion on appropriate treatment, addiction, safety and complications.  Chapters feature evidence-based strategies and clinical modalities that address diagnostic challenges, treatment guidance, alternatives to opioid management and the significant legal risks within the current regulatory environment.  Authored by leaders in pain medicine, physicians and appropriate health care professionals will find Controlled Substance Management in Chronic Pain to be an indispensable resource. 

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2018-05-30

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783319809304

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-30964-4

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 323