The new edition of this popular atlas offers complete, concise, step-by-step visual guidance on the diagnosis of pain syndromes commonly encountered in clinical practice. Vivid illustrations depict the physical symptoms and anatomy of each pain site, and diagnostic images demonstrate key findings from MRI, CT, and conventional radiography. A bonus CD-ROM - featuring all of the illustrations from the text - enables you to incorporate visuals depicting Dr. Waldman's preferred approaches directly into your electronic presentations.

• Features the "best practices" from Steven D. Waldman, MD - author of numerous groundbreaking pain management references - as well as a team of leading international authorities.
• Enables you to effectively diagnose and treat common pain syndromes by following a step-by-step approach that progresses from signs and symptoms through physical findings, laboratory and radiographic testing, treatment options, clinical pearls, and diagnostic codes.
• Ensures proper reimbursement with comprehensive coverage of insurance coding information.
• Offers "Side Effects and Complications" sections in each chapter to help you avoid potential pitfalls in diagnosis and treatment.

By Steven D. Waldman, MD, JD, Director, Pain Consortium of Greater Kansas City, Leawood, KS; Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City, MO