Fibromyalgia by Janice H. Hoffman (English) Hardcover Book

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A fascinating look at the progression of a once-discounted medical disorder, from suspicion of malingering and mental illness to mainline acceptance by the world medical community.

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A fascinating look at the progression of a once-discounted medical disorder, from suspicion of malingering and mental illness to mainline acceptance by the world medical community.As described in this timely volume, three decades of objective scientific evidence has finally transitioned a suspicious set of symptoms into a real diagnosis for—and potential treatments of—fibromyalgia. It is a revelatory work, focusing on important research discoveries, the struggles of patients, and hopes for a future cure.Each chapter of Fibromyalgia covers different aspects of the disease and its treatment, including global, economic, and risk statistics; a timeline of key events in the study of fibromyalgia; common symptoms and diagnostic indicators; pharmacologic and non-pharmacological treatments; associated disorders and syndromes; and impact of fibromyalgia at home, in the workplace, and in society at large. Adding to the coverage is a firsthand account from a young patient describing her experiences with this disease.

Author Biography

Kim Dupree Jones, PhD, is associate professor of nursing and assistant professor of medicine at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR.Janice Holt Hoffman, CES, is a certified clinical exercise specialist at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR.

Table of Contents

Series ForewordPrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroductionChapter 1. What Is Fibromyalgia?Chapter 2. Diagnosing the DisorderChapter 3. Those at RiskChapter 4. Treatment by Health ProvidersChapter 5. Pharmacological and Nonpharmacological TreatmentsChapter 6. Common Co-MorbiditiesChapter 7. Cultural ImpactAppendix A. Treatment StoriesAppendix B. The Fibromyalgia Clinic QuestionnaireAppendix C. Essential Exercises for FibromyalgiaAppendix D. Dietary Recommendations for Fibromyalgia PatientsAppendix E. Conversations between a Counselor and a Client with FibromyalgiaGlossaryBibliographyIndexAbout the Authors

Review

Jones (Oregon Health and Science University) and Hoffman (clinical exercise specialist) define fibromyalgia as a syndrome and explain its pathophysiology, the clinician's role, the assembly of an ideal treatment team, various treatments, and other common disorders found in patients. Intended for both medical professionals and patients, the appendices list drugs often used in treating fibromyalgia with symptoms, provide a fibromyalgia clinical questionnaire, and illustrate exercises for loosening and strengthening muscles. * SciTech Book News *Fibromyalgia provides general and basic information that is useful to students and anyone interested in learning more about this disease. * ARBAonline *A perfect, updated complement to Sharon Ostalecki's 2007 book Fibromyalgia: The Complete Guide. * Library Journal *Recommended. Upper-level undergraduates through professionals/practitioners. * Choice *

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A fascinating look at the progression of a once-discounted medical disorder, from suspicion of malingering and mental illness to mainline acceptance by the world medical community.

Long Description

As described in this timely volume, three decades of objective scientific evidence has finally transitioned a suspicious set of symptoms into a real diagnosis for--and potential treatments of--fibromyalgia. It is a revelatory work, focusing on important research discoveries, the struggles of patients, and hopes for a future cure. Each chapter of Fibromyalgia covers different aspects of the disease and its treatment, including global, economic, and risk statistics; a timeline of key events in the study of fibromyalgia; common symptoms and diagnostic indicators; pharmacologic and non-pharmacological treatments; associated disorders and syndromes; and impact of fibromyalgia at home, in the workplace, and in society at large. Adding to the coverage is a firsthand account from a young patient describing her experiences with this disease.

Review Quote

"Recommended. Upper-level undergraduates through professionals/practitioners." - Choice

Promotional "Headline"

Not that long ago, patients complaining of severe pain at the slightest touch were all too often met with disbelief from the health care profession, as well as by family, friends, and coworkers. But with cases growing and evidence mounting, this mysterious condition is becoming less mysterious and is increasingly recognized as a genuine illness.

Description for Reader

* Provides an accessible account of important results from scientific research * Covers diagnosis and treatment from a clinician's perspective, offering the reader a unique view of the treatment decision-making process of medical providers * Includes a first-person story explaining the impact of this disorder from the perspective of an adolescent patient, giving the reader a way to relate the disorder's impact to their own life

Details ISBN0313364400 Author Kim D. Jones Short Title FIBROMYALGIA Language English ISBN-10 0313364400 ISBN-13 9780313364402 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 616.742 Year 2009 Imprint Greenwood Press Country of Publication United States Pages 146 Place of Publication Westport AU Release Date 2009-09-23 NZ Release Date 2009-09-23 UK Release Date 2009-09-01 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Series Biographies of Disease Publication Date 2009-09-01 Audience Professional & Vocational US Release Date 2009-09-01 Audience Age 7-17 Illustrations 17 Illustrations We've got this

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