Pain is the single most common reason for patients to consult a CAM practitioner. This essential new book provides concise evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in relation to pain. Each section has a clear and accessible design to enable quick decision-making, and includes an analysis of the most up-to-date research available. * Provides a single authoritative reference source on CAM for pain for healthcare professionals * Takes a systematic and evidence-based approach * Offers concise information on CAM diagnostic methods and treatments for pain * Summarises clinical trial data on the effectiveness of CAM for specific areas of pain * Alerts readers to areas where CAM may present risks * Weighs the benefits and risks of each CAM treatment in relation to pain * Includes CD-ROM for easy searching of the text