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Fibromyalgia and Other Central Pain Syndromes

By Daniel J Wallace , Daniel J Clauw

Book information

Year
2005
ISBN
9780781752619, 0781752612
LCC
RC927.3 .F49 2005
Open Library ID
OL17888358M
Language
english
Format
CHM
Filesize
12 MB (12369259 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
432\0
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

This volume is the first comprehensive text devoted to fibromyalgia and other centrally mediated chronic pain syndromes. Leading experts examine the latest research findings on these syndromes and present evidence-based reviews of current controversies. Chapters discuss the definition, epidemiology, and pathophysiology of chronic pain and fibromyalgia, the clinical presentations of fibromyalgia syndrome, and central sensitization syndromes associated with chronic neuromuscular pain. The contributors thoroughly examine various approaches to evaluation and management of patients with fibromyalgia and chronic pain. Other chapters focus on disability issues, prognosis, and future research directions. A critically reviewed listing of Websites and other resources is included.

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