Women And Fibromyalgia

Author : Barbara Keddy
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2007-07
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780595443710

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Women and Fibromyalgia by Barbara Keddy Pdf

"Dr. Keddy captures the patient's experience of living and coping with suffering in the poignant interviews with twenty women who have fibromyalgia, herself included." -Dr. Jock Murray, medical humanities and neurology professor, Dalhousie University Medical School Fibromyalgia, a musculoskeletal condition characterized by widespread chronic pain and fatigue, specific tender points, and sleep disturbance, is a major medical and social concern for physicians, employers, workers' compensation boards, and the insurance industry. But what about those who suffer from the condition? Drawing on her own experiences as well as the stories of twenty other women living with the challenges of fibromyalgia, Barbara A. Keddy, RN, PhD, discusses current theories of causes and types of treatments. She also speculates about why this condition is more prominent among women than men. By sharing these stories, Keddy highlights the invisibility of the daily difficulties fibromyalgia sufferers face. With its uniquely personal perspective, Women and Fibromyalgia validates Keddy's experience and offers hope for her and others that they will someday take back control of their bodies.

Author : Mari Skelly
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2002-11-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781630265878

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Women Living with Fibromyalgia by Mari Skelly Pdf

Although fibromyalgia is a real neurological condition, it is not uncommon for FM sufferers to be treated as if "it's all in your head." Support, understanding, and even basic information can be hard to come by for coping with the intense pain and fatigue of this debilitating chronic illness, as well as the grief, anger, and isolation that often accompany its onset. Women Living with Fibromyalgia offers insight and practical advice to help sufferers alleviate the symptoms of FM and manage its impact on their lives, relationships, and careers. Woman from all walks of life share their experiences and the lessons they've learned about fibromyalgia, from a single student pondering the impact of FM on her future to the mother trying to find the energy to care for her children. Topics include: Strategies for dealing with pain, fatigue, and "brain fog;" advances in pharmaceutical treatment; results from latest scientific research; exciting new "alternative" treatments; financial issues such as insurance and Social Security benefits; and how an awareness of their rights can help women with FM in dealing with healthcare providers. This book helps its sufferers create new, rewarding lives even as they grieve the loss of the old one.

Author : Mari Skelly,Kelley Blewster
Publisher : Hunter House Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Fibromyalgia
ISBN : 0897933435

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Women Living with Fibromyalgia by Mari Skelly,Kelley Blewster Pdf

Insight and practical advice to help alleviate the symptoms of FM and manage its impact on their lives, relationships and careers. Women from all walks of life share their experiences and the lessons they've learned.

Author : Kristin Barker
Publisher : Temple University Press
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2005-06-30
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781592131617

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The Fibromyalgia Story by Kristin Barker Pdf

More than six million Americans—most of them women—have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), a disorder that produces musculo-skeletal pain and fatigue. In the absence of visible evidence, a well-understood cause, or effective treatment, many have questioned whether FMS is a "real" illness. Amidst the controversy, millions of women live with their very real symptoms.Rather than taking sides in the heated debate, Kristin Barker explains how FMS represents an awkward union between the practices of modern medicine and the complexity of women's pain. Using interviews with sufferers, Barker focuses on how the idea of FMS gives meaning and order to women beset by troubling symptoms, self-doubt, and public skepticism.This book offers a fresh look at a controversial diagnosis; Barker avoids overly simplistic explanations and empathizes with sufferers without losing sight of the social construction of disease and its relation to modern medical practice.

Author : Mark Young
Publisher : Hyperion
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003-01-08
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 078688679X

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Women and Pain by Mark Young Pdf

ow in paperback, an empowering and revolutionary book by a medical doctor that recognizes what many women have long known-that women's pain is a uniquely female issue. Studies now demonstrate that women feel more pain, seek help more aggressively, and are more open to alternative treatments than men. Dr. Mark Young offers women the practical and complementary solutions that practitioners may have overlooked, addressing a complex array of strictly female symptoms and concerns-from childbirth and menstrual pain to fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis-that set women apart from men. Women and Pain is a groundbreaking book for women who endure chronic pain, but who have had no lasting relief from doctors who say their symptoms 'are in their head' or 'just a fact of life.'

Author : Don L. Goldenberg
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 039952780X

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Fibromyalgia by Don L. Goldenberg Pdf

This guide to fibromyalgia discusses its various causes and symptoms, the role of stress and other factors, and the different conventional and alternative remedies available.

Author : Dr Diane Reyes
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2024-01-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9798877052031

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The Complete Fibromyalgia Guide for Women by Dr Diane Reyes Pdf

THE COMPLETE FIBROMYALGIA GUIDE FOR WOMEN: Reverse the Symptoms and Take Back your Life In the quiet moments before dawn, Emma found herself engulfed in pain. It wasn't just the physical ache that woke her; it was the persistent uncertainty, the daily struggle against an invisible foe-fibromyalgia. As she navigated through countless doctor visits, sleepless nights, and the often-isolating nature of her condition, Emma longed for a comprehensive guide tailored to her unique journey. Enter "The Complete Fibromyalgia Guide for Women." Embark on a transformative journey with this groundbreaking guide that stands as a beacon of empowerment for women facing the challenges of fibromyalgia. Authored with empathy and expertise, this book is not just a collection of information; it is a lifeline for those seeking understanding, support, and practical solutions.

Author : Kerstin Wentz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 59 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Fibromyalgia
ISBN : 9162865366

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Fibromyalgia and Self-regulatory Patterns by Kerstin Wentz Pdf

Author : Dawn A Marcus M D,Dawn A. Marcus,Atul Deodhar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Alternative medicine
ISBN : 0982321961

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The Woman's Fibromyalgia Toolkit by Dawn A Marcus M D,Dawn A. Marcus,Atul Deodhar Pdf

Step-by-step instructions for using effective non-drug treatments, including exercises, yoga, and relaxation techniques.

Author : May L. Chin,Roger B. Fillingim,Timothy J. Ness
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199796410

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Pain in Women by May L. Chin,Roger B. Fillingim,Timothy J. Ness Pdf

This book addresses the current understanding of mechanisms related to sex differences, and the clinical management of common acute and chronic painful conditions in women, using up-to-date evidence-based information. The painful conditions discussed include those that are specific to female anatomy and physiology and conditions that have a higher female prevalence.

Author : Marline Emmal
Publisher : Trafford on Demand Pub
Page : 57 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781552125809

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Fibromyalgia and Female Sexuality by Marline Emmal Pdf

This book covers four areas: Fibromyalgia and Intimacy; Fibromyalgia and The Menstrual Cycle; Fibromyalgia and Pregnancy; and Fibromyalgia and Menopause.

Author : Enid Kathleen Headley
Publisher : National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0612914933

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Where Health Meets Illness [microform] : Health-promoting Behaviours for Women with Fibromyalgia by Enid Kathleen Headley Pdf

In-depth, semi-structured interviews with six women with Fibromyalgia (FM) explored their health and health-promoting behaviours in the context of their illness experience. The purposes of this qualitative study were: (1) to further understand the subjective experience of women with FM with respect to their participation in health-promoting behaviours; and (2) to examine how health is conceptualized, perceived, and made meaningful by women with FM. Grounded theory analysis allowed themes and categories to emerge from the data and to identify the core process of the women's illness experience. Analysis of the data continued simultaneously to model development, which further emphasized the relationship between emergent concepts, illustrating how the women's experience with FM was defined by "Trying to Regain One's Normal Life." Implications of the research findings were addressed with respect to perspectives of health and illness as well as consideration for future program and research initiatives.

Author : Dawn A. Marcus,Atul Deodhar
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781441916099

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Fibromyalgia by Dawn A. Marcus,Atul Deodhar Pdf

Caring for patients with fibromyalgia requires an understanding of the complex nature of this condition. Fibromyalgia: A Practical Clinical Guide is a state-of-the-art resource designed to clarify the controversy about fibromyalgia and to provide clinicians with the latest information about its pathogenesis and clinical evaluation, as well as evidence-based guidelines for effective treatment. This comprehensive title includes fully referenced, practical information on this fast-emerging field and provides useful clinical suggestions and practical office tools for effectively managing patients. The good news for fibromyalgia patients and their healthcare providers is that a wide range of medication, non-medication, and non-traditional therapies have been proven to effectively reduce some of the most problematic and disabling fibromyalgia symptoms. Brief case vignettes help describe many of the common presentations, concerns, and complexities typically seen in fibromyalgia patients. Invaluable graphic aids -- boxes, tables, and figures – are used widely to provide quick reference for the busy clinician seeking information. In addition, clinic-proven assessment and documentation tools for evaluating and monitoring fibromyalgia symptoms and severity are provided, along with handouts for patients to provide guidance on pain management techniques, including detailed exercise and relaxation technique instructions. A unique addition to the literature, Fibromyalgia: A Practical Clinical Guide is an indispensable reference for all clinicians who care for patients with fibromyalgia.

Author : Catherine M. Cutcher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1405251628

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Delivery of e-psychology services to women with fibromyalgia syndrome by Catherine M. Cutcher Pdf

Author : Albert P. Rockne
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Fibromyalgia
ISBN : 1600212662

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Focus on Fibromyalgia Research by Albert P. Rockne Pdf

Fibromyalgia syndrome is a common and chronic disorder characterised by widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points. The word fibromyalgia comes from the Latin term for fibrous tissue (fibro) and the Greek ones for muscle (myo) and pain (algia). This book presents the research in this field.