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
Etiology of Fibromyalgia; Daniel J. Clauw
Evaluation; Leslie J. Crofford
Nonpharmacological, Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Fibromyalgia; Robert Alan Bonakdar
The Pharmacological Treatment of Fibromyalgia; Lesley M. Arnold
Psychosocial Issues in Fibromyalgia; Dennis C. Turk and Hilary D. Wilson
Disability Management in Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome; Raymond C. Tait and Vikrum Figoora
Exercise as an Intervention for Individuals with Fibromyalgia; S. E. Gowans and A. deHueck
Motivating Behavioral Change in Fibromyalgia; David A. Williams and Marissa L. Marshak
Fibromyalgia Management for the Primary Care Provider; Bill H. McCarberg
Index
Biography
Bill McCarberg, Daniel Clauw
