Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia Syndromes
This book is a clear and comprehensive review of current knowledge concerning the myofascial trigger point pain syndrome and fibromyalgia. It covers the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and differential diagnosis of these two closely associated muscle pain disorders. A guide to specific treatment involving trigger points is outlined in detail and supported with clear illustrations.
| ISBN | 9780443070037 |
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| Product Format | Book |
| Author Information | By Peter E. Baldry, MB, FRCP. Emeritus Consultant Physician and Postgraduate Clinical Tutor, Ashford Hospital, London, UK; Member of the British and Irish Chapter of the International Association for the Study of Pain; Member of the International Myopain Society |
| Table of Content | Part 1 The Myofascial Pain Syndrome The evolution of current concepts. Nocigenic pain-producing and pain-modulating mechanisms. The emotional aspects of pain. Myofascial trigger points. Neurogenic pain disorders and the myofascial pain syndrome the differential diagnosis. Concomitant reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome and the myofascial pain syndrome. Treatment of the myofascial pain syndrome. Part 2 Regional Myofascial Trigger Point Pain Pain from the myofascial trigger points: in the neck; in the shoulder region; in the arm; in the scalp and face; in the lower back; in the leg; in the chest wall; in the abdominal wall and pelvic floor |
| Publication Date | 20-04-2001 |
| Pages | 432 |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| deltacomm1code | Books |
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