Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia Syndromes
In recent years there has been considerable and growing interest across a variety of healthcare professions, especially those involved with hands-on pain management, in two closely related disorders - myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and fibromyalgia syndrome. This book reviews their pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis and management. Key features: Comprehensive review of the diagnostic criteria and clinical manifestations of these all too often overlooked pain disorders; Exploration of their pathogenesis and pathophysiology, amplified by a wide-ranging discussion of current knowledge concerning the neurophysiology of pain; Practical guide to the treatment of myofascial pain in specific parts of the body; Systematic discussion of the diagnosis and management of other pain disorders that have to be included in the differential diagnosis of each of these two syndromes. This book will be of interest to all healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of pain.
- Reference : 9780443070037
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- Published : 2001
- Pages : 413




