Psychological Methods of Pain Control: Basic Science and Clinical Perspectives

by Donald D. Price (editor)

Remarkable progress has been made in understanding both the psychological factors that influence pain, including attention, emotions and expectation, and psychological methods of pain control, such as hypnosis. This progress has several sources, including improved designs of both experimental and clinical studies and the interface of brain imaging with thoughtful questions. We have learned that pain can be powerfully influenced by addressing factors that pertain to the patients' perception of treatments. This book explains fundamental principles underlying the psychological control of pain. Understanding these principles fulfills an important need for those seeking a scientific understanding of pain control, as well as for those who treat pain patients.

308 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 2004

Reviews

[Ruth Jalfon · Rating 3 out of 5]

touches on basic psychophysics and neurophysiology of pain measuring and recording in lab and clinic. Very general overview and no real depth. Generally dry language with few illustrations. Not detailed enough for someone already in the field and not much better than reading research papers for someone new to the field.