Trigeminal Nerve Pain

This book provides an overview of the history, anatomy, epidemiology, diagnosis (HPI, PE, Imaging), non-pharmacological management and medication management of trigeminal nerve pain. Nerve blocks for the trigeminal nerve and branches, Radiofrequency ablation, chemodenervation, cryotherapy, botox injections, neuromodulation infusion therapy, balloon compression gamma knife therapy, decompression surgery, peripheral neurectomy and the psychological impact are also examined with an algorithm for management recommendations included in the final chapter.   

Trigeminal Nerve Pain - A  Guide  to  Clinical  Management, 2nd Edition has been fully revised to include the latest updates and features new chapters examining nerve decompression by muscle decompression and intrathecal drug delivery for trigeminal neuralgia. Clinicians seeking to increase their understanding of this complex condition will find this book to be an indespendible resource for treating patients facing debilitating facial pain.