| Date |
Type |
Disease |
Title |
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Mar 01, 2006 |
Article |
FM |
Duloxetine Reduces Fibromyalgia Pain: Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Pain Management
The antidepressant duloxetine (Cymbalta) appears effective in treating pain and improving quality of life compared to placebo in women with fibromyalgia, researchers said here February 23rd at the 22nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Pain Management. |
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Mar 01, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Structures of acute rheumatic care
Severe rheumatological systemic diseases demand high levels of diagnostic and therapeutic measures and differentiated and complex methods of care. |
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Mar 01, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Is fibromyalgia a muscle disorder?
The presence of abnormalities in fibromyalgia muscle using current methodological approaches is well established. The more serious abnormalities are demonstrated by histologic studies particularly on electron microscopy: disorganisation of Z bands and abnormalities in the number and shape of mitochondria. |
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Mar 01, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Clinical study on combination of acupuncture, cupping and medicine for treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome
OBJECTIVE: To observe the therapeutic effect of acupuncture at five mental points and moving cupping on the Hechelu of the back on fibromyalgia syndrome (FS). |
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Mar 01, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Postponed or canceled drug challenge tests and side effects of the test drug--a report of four cases
Drug challenge test (DCT) is performed to evaluate chronic pain pharmacologically and determine its medical treatment. One test drug is administered in one day for DCT and characterization of the test drug. |
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Feb 22, 2006 |
Article |
FM |
Are Tender Point Injections Beneficial? The Role of Muscular Pain Mediators in Fibromyalgia
This study analyzes the treatment of tender point pain in fibromyalgia (FM) patients. According the lead investigator, "Important nociceptor systems in the skin and muscle seem to undergo profound changes in FM patients by yet unknown mechanisms." |
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Feb 17, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Structures of acute rheumatic care
Severe rheumatological systemic diseases demand high levels of diagnostic and therapeutic measures and differentiated and complex methods of care. In Germany, specialised rheumatologists and, if hospitalisation is indicated, specialised rheumatology hospitals or departments are responsible for the treatment of these patients. |
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Feb 15, 2006 |
Article |
FM |
Warm Water Exercise Decreases Pain, Strengthens FM Patients in Study
Warm water therapy relieved pain and improved muscle strength in the lower limbs at low velocity in fibromyalgia patients with initial low muscle strength and high number of tender points. Most of these improvements were maintained long term. |
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Feb 15, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Perception of Electrocutaneous Stimuli in Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The purpose of this study was to assess in a large group of IBS patients the somatic perception by transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and its relation to the level of severity and presence of FMS. |
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Feb 15, 2006 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Adherence during an individualized home based 12-week exercise program in women with fibromyalgia
Treatment recommendations for fibromyalgia (FM) include regular physical exercise. In this prospective study we examined predictors for adherence to stretching and aerobic exercises in women provided with an individualized home based program. |
