| View Larger Image | Overcoming Pain: What It Is, Why It Is, and Successful Ways to Treat It | Paperbackby Allan Platt PA-C (Author), Susan Platt MD (Author), Cathy Hedrich RPT (Author)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Hilton Publishing | | Edition: | 1st Edition | | Page Count: | 256 Pages | | Publication Date: | January 01, 2006 | | Sales Rank: | 1,658,472st |
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Designed to address the issues of the more than 48 million chronic pain sufferers in the United States, this guide to coping with and overcoming persistent pain examines pain in biological, cultural, and behavioral contexts. The treatment options for arthritis, back and neck pain, angina, diabetes, and other afflictions are outlined and explained, as are the advantages and disadvantages of non-medication-based therapy. Also critiqued are the disparities in quality and quantity of treatments received by African Americans in contrast to those received by the population at large. A diverse list of resources, including pain specialists and clinics, support groups, organizations, and web sites, is also provided. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 2 reviews)
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Overcoming Pain is a down-to-earth, go-to resource by Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)  5 Stars
March 04, 2007
Written by the team of Allan Platt, Jr. P.A. -C., Susan Platt, M.D., and Cathy Hedrich, R.P.T., Overcoming Pain: What It Is, Why It Is, And Successful Ways To Treat It is a guide written especially for lay readers concerning chronic pain - its causes, diagnoses, and treatments through modern, cutting-edge, and alternative medicines. Especial concern is given to indigent and minority patients, who are often under-assessed or have inadequate access to medications. From advice for dealing with the medical world, to the pros and cons of pain medications as well as non-medical pain treatments, to why participating in a clinical trial can potentially be beneficial (patients of such studies get expert medical care, the latest information, free lab studies, and free treatment), Overcoming Pain is a down-to-earth, go-to resource enthusiastically recommended for anyone coping with chronic pain.
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Overcoming Pain is a tool box of information for those with chronic pain by Susanna Pitts (Lilburn, GA United States) 5 Stars
October 11, 2006
Pain is a warning sign that something is going on in the body, something that needs to be addressed. It can signal imminent danger, too much stress, invading infection, or over-extended strain. But sometimes pain lingers. Sometimes it becomes chronic. Rather than a warning, it becomes an obstacle to daily life.
Overcoming Pain focuses on the pain "that won't go away." It provides an
in-depth look at the types of pain, its root causes, its diagnosis, and its relief through both new and traditional medications--as well as alternative remedies--that have been proven to be effective.
Written by three experts who have treated people in pain for over 20 years, this book offers a unique perspective: a special focus on how pain pertains to African Americans and other minorities--and how too many needlessly suffer. Overcoming Pain Includes:
The realities of under-assessment and poor treatment of minority patients--and how to avoid them
Clear, concise details on successfully managing your pain--and lead a more normal life
Ways of working with pharmacies in minority neighborhoods that don't have the right medications available
Successful strategies for end-of life-pain hospice care that is currently under-utilized by minorities
Plus a comprehensive list of resources for minorities, including pain specialists and clinics, support groups nationwide, organizations, websites, and more.
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