Overview

In a rapidly growing field of neuromodulation against pain, this excellent publication presents a unique compilation of the latest theoretical and practical information for electrical stimulation of the peripheral nerves. Chapters cover the use of peripheral nerve stimulation in particular indications such as migraine, cluster headache, pain in Chiari malformation and fibromyalgia, as well as in specific body parts such as head and neck, trunk, and extremities. Furthermore, chapters on history, technical aspects, mechanism of action, terminology, complications and other important aspects of this pain-relieving modality give you a full overview of the field. Written by leading experts, this publication provides a comprehensive and updated summary of the currently available scientific information on peripheral nerve stimulation. All chapters contain original information making this book an invaluable reference for all who deal with the management of severe and chronic pain - including neurosurgeons and neurosurgical trainees, pain specialists and practitioners, anesthesiologists and neurologists.

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Author:   K.V. Slavin ,  K.V. Slavin ,  Konstantin V. Slavin
Publisher:   S Karger AG
Imprint:   S Karger AG
Volume:   24
Dimensions:   Width: 19.30cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 25.90cm
Weight:   0.750kg
ISBN:  

9783805594882

ISBN 10:   3805594887
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   24 March 2011
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Series Editor's Note: Lunsford, L.D.; Preface: Burchiel, K.J.; History of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Slavin, K.V.; Central Mechanisms of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation in Headache Disorders: Bartsch, T.; Goadsby, P.J.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Neurogenic Pain: Al-Jehani, H.; Jacques, L.; Percutaneous Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Alo, K.M.; Abramova, M.V.; Richter, E.O.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for the Treatment of Truncal Pain: Cairns, K.D.; McRoberts W.P.; Deer, T.; Peripheral Subcutaneous Stimulation for Intractable Abdominal Pain: Barolat, G.; Subcutaneous Occipital Region Stimulation for Intractable Headache Syndromes: Weiner, R.L.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Occipital Neuralgia: Surgical Leads: Kapural, L.; Sable, J.; Occipital Nerve Stimulation: Technical and Surgical Aspects of Implantation: Trentman, T.L.; Zimmerman, R.S.; Dodick, D.W.; Peripheral Neuromodulation for Migraine Headache: Ellens, D.J.; Levy, R.M.; Occipital Neuromodulation for Refractory Headache in the Chiari Malformation Population: Vadivelu, S.; Bolognese, P.; Milhorat, T.H.; Mogilner, A.Y.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation in Chronic Cluster Headache: Magis, D.; Schoenen, J.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Fibromyalgia: Plazier, M.; Vanneste, S.; Dekelver, I.; Thimineur, M.; De Ridder, D.; 'Hybrid Neurostimulator': Simultaneous Use of Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerve Field Stimulation to Treat Low Back and Leg Pain: Lipov, E.G.; Stimulation of the Peripheral Nervous System for the Painful Extremity: McRoberts, W.P.; Cairns, K.D.; Deer, T.; Sphenopalatine Ganglion Interventions: Technical Aspects and Application: Oluigbo, C.O.; Makonnen, G.; Narouze, S.; Rezai, A.R.; Spinal Nerve Root Stimulation: Kellner, C.P.; Kellner, M.A.; Winfree, C.J.; Technical Aspects of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Hardware and Complications: Slavin, K.V.; Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Definition: Abejon, D.; Perez-Cajaraville, J.; The Future of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation: Stanton-Hicks, M.; Panourias, I.G.; Sakas, D.E.; Slavin, K.V.

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