An Anatomy Of Pain: How The Body And The Mind Experience And Endure Physical Suffering

  • Autor: Abdul-Ghaaliq Lalkhen
  • Narrador: Russell Bentley
  • Editora: Simon & Schuster
  • Duração: 9:04:38
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An illuminating, authoritative, and in-depth examination of the fascinating science behind pain and the complexities of its treatment—from one of the internationally leading doctors in pain management.

Pain is a universal human experience, but we understand very little about the mechanics behind it. We hurt ourselves, we feel pain, we seek help from a professional or learn to avoid certain behaviors that cause pain. But the story of what goes on in our body is far from simple. Even medical practitioners themselves often fail to grasp the complexities between our minds and bodies and how they interact when dealing with pain stimulus. Throughout history we’ve tried to prevent and mediate the effects of pain—which has only resulted in a highly medicated population and a booming opiates industry.

Written by a medical expert trained as an anesthesiologist, An Anatomy of Pain is the first book to clearly explain the current issues and complexities surrounding the treatment of pain and how society deals with those in pain, as well as how our bodies relate to pain. Common conception still equates pain with tissue damage but that is only a very small part of the story—the organ which produces pain is the brain. Case studies show that a woman who has undergone a c-section reports dramatically less pain than a patient who has had kidney stones removed in a similarly invasive operation. The soldier who drags himself or herself to safety after being shot deals with pain in a remarkably different way from someone suffering a similar injury on a street. The truth is that pain is a complex mix of nerve endings, psychological state, social preconceptions, and situational awareness.

Filled with case studies and medical history, this enlightening book offers a crash course in all aspects of pain, from chronic to acute, and walks us through the current landscape of pain treatments—from medication (including opioids) to electrical nerve stimulation. Whether it’s a mild ache or severe discomfort, we all encounter pain in our lives and this important and illuminating book allows us to master the art of caring and coping with an experience that for so many can become all-consuming.

Capítulos

  • 001 AnAnatomyOfPain Title

    Duração: 35s
  • 002 AnAnatomyOfPain Introduction AnUnexpectedJourney

    Duração: 17min
  • 003 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter1 HowDoesPainWork

    Duração: 33min
  • 004 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter2 ABriefHistoryOfPain

    Duração: 37min
  • 005 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter3 GiveMeSomethingForThePain

    Duração: 01h38s
  • 006 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter4 TheLineBetweenPleasureAndPain OpioidsAndAddiction

    Duração: 57min
  • 007 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter5 PainWithNoInjury

    Duração: 39min
  • 008 AnAnatomyofPain Chapter6 PainManagement NeedlesNarcoticsAndKnives

    Duração: 45min
  • 009 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter7 AJourneyOfAThousandMiles

    Duração: 36min
  • 010 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter7 AJourneyOfAThousandMiles Pt2

    Duração: 38min
  • 011 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter8 TorpedoFish

    Duração: 01h06min
  • 012 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter9 DoNotGoGentleIntoThatGoodNight

    Duração: 46min
  • 013 AnAnatomyOfPain Chapter10 ShowMeTheMoney PrivatePainPractice

    Duração: 28min
  • 014 AnAnatomyOfPain Conclusion TheBeginningOfTheEnd

    Duração: 34min
  • 015 AnAnatomyOfPain Acknowledgements

    Duração: 56s
  • 016 AnAnatomyOfPain Credits

    Duração: 43s