Pain Management In Small Animal Medicine (Hb 2013) Hardcover

"Pain Management in Small Animal Medicine" offers a detailed and well-illustrated guide for veterinarians navigating the complexities of identifying and treating pain in small animals. Building upon the author's earlier work, "Chronic Pain in Small Animal Medicine," this expanded volume retains the core "mechanism-based" approach while significantly broadening its scope beyond just chronic pain.   Key topics covered include: methods for assessing pain in small animals, the underlying neurobiological processes of pain, the use of medications including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, the role of nutraceuticals in pain management, and specific strategies for managing pain associated with canine osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal diseases, and cancer. The book also features a dedicated section on the unique aspects of pain management in cats.   By emphasizing the most recent evidence and current understanding of the "why" and "how" of pain treatment, this book aims to deepen the knowledge of veterinary healthcare professionals, as well as those in training, education, and research, regarding pain mechanisms and potential treatment targets. Ultimately, this will contribute to a higher standard of care in pain management for small animals