Fibromyalgia

1. Auflage 2009
ISBN: 978-1-4200-8679-9
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Inc

Buch, Englisch, 174 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 239 mm, Gewicht: 366 g

Utilizing evidence-based research, this revolutionary source explores the difficult diagnosis and management of the controversial syndrome of fibromyalgia. Carefully guiding physicians through the steps leading to diagnosis, Fibromyalgia emphasizes targeting the underlying fibromyalgia syndrome rather than treating each of its symptoms individually.

Written by recognized experts, the book:

- Describes how to diagnose fibromyalgia

- Advises how to handle patient distress

- Recommends when to refer a patient to a specialist

- Discusses how to motivate behavior changes in patients

- Explores both traditional and up-and-coming pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment methods

Zielgruppe

Professional and Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

McCarberg, Bill

Clauw, Daniel

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizinische Fachgebiete AINS Schmerzmedizin & Schmerztherapie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. History/Epidemiololgy. 2. Etiology. 3. Evaluation. 4. Treatment (non-pharm). 5. Treatment (pharm). 6. Psychosocial Issues. 7. Disability. 8. Exercise. 9. Motivating Behavior Change. 10. Primary Care and Fibromyalgia Syndrome.