Overview
Pain Management for Older Adults: A Self-Help Guide is designed specifically for older adults who seek practical solutions for managing their chronic pain. Written by pain researchers and experienced health care professionals, this book offers effective methods and techniques to improve the qualitty of life for people with persistent pain. Who should buy this book? With its self-assessment checklists, progress charts, photos and illustrations, and easy-to-follow instructions for managing pain, this book is an essential guide for: - Older adults with chronic pain - Physicians and other health care providers - Physical therapists and fitness consultants - Spouses, family members, and caregivers
Full Product Details
Author: Thomas Hadjistavropoulos , Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos, Ph.D., RD. Psych.
Publisher: International Association for the Study of Pain
Imprint: International Association for the Study of Pain
Dimensions:
Width: 20.30cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.408kg
ISBN: 9780931092701
ISBN 10: 0931092701
Pages: 201
Publication Date: 26 April 2008
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Out of Print
Availability: Awaiting stock 
Table of Contents
Contributing Authors Introduction Disclaimer Acknowledgments * Pain among Seniors Ronald R. Martin, Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, and Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos* Pain and Psychology Ronald R. Martin, Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, Jaime Williams, and Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos* Taking Control: Effective Pain Management Ronald R. Martin, Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos, Sandra M. LeFort, and Shannon Fuchs-Lacelle* Pain and Emotion Sandra M. LeFort and Ronald R. Martin* Social Support, Loneliness, and Pain Ronald R. Martin* The Role of Exercise in Seniors' Lives Nancy K. Turner, Elizabeth L. Harrison, Robert McCulloch, and Ronald R. Martin* Living in More Comfort: Maximizing Function and Energy Nancy Turner, Elizabeth L. Harrison, Robert McCulloch, and Ronald R. Martin* Sleep Hygiene and Nutrition Ronald R. Martin, Sandra M. LeFort, Stephanie Cook, and Shannon Fuchs-Lacelle* Effective Communication with Your Doctor Elan C. Paluck* The Role of Medications Romayne Gallagher, B. Lynn Beattie, and Ronald R. Martin* Information for Caregivers of Older Adults Who Have Dementia Thomas Hadjistavropoulos and Ronald R. MartinFinal Thoughts Pain Management Review Pain Management Resources from Around the World Bibliography Index
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Thomas Hadjistavropoulos, PhD, RD Psych, is Professor of Clinical Psychology and Director of the Centre on Aging and Health, University of Regina, Canada. Together with his graduate students and collaborators, he has dedicated the last 16 years to investigating better ways of assessing and managing pain among older persons. Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos, PhD, RD Psych, is Professor of Psychology and Director of Clinical Psychology Training at the University of Regina. She founded the Psychology Training Clinic at the university and developed a state-of-the-art Clinical Health Psychology Area for research, teaching, and practice.
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