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Integrative Therapies for Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Myofascial Pain: The Mind-Body Connection

Autor Celeste Cooper, Jeffrey Miller
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 ian 2010
A guide to coping with fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome
Reveals how to deal with each disorder and how treatments can interact or aggravate if more than one disorder is present
Offers techniques to dispel the side effects created by these illnesses
Fibromyalgia, chronic myofascial pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome are often seen as interchangeable conditions, a belief held even by many health care providers. Nothing could be further from the truth--however, they do often coexist. Knowing if more than one of these disorders is present is extremely important because the treatment for one of them can often exacerbate the problems caused by the others.
Written by a registered nurse and a psychologist who has been treating these conditions since 1994, this book presents an integrative medical approach to these three disorders with a strong emphasis on utilizing and strengthening the mind-body connection to restore well-being. The authors provide a thorough guide to numerous treatment options--from diet, exercise, and herbs to mindfulness meditation, chi kung, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). They also offer techniques to dispel the brain fog that these disorders often create and show how to overcome the resultant obstacles to effectively communicating with your doctor. The additional information included on the psychological issues that accompany these chronic pain disorders allows this integrative treatment guide to open the door not only to physical recovery but also emotional and mental well-being."
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781594773235
ISBN-10: 1594773238
Pagini: 433
Dimensiuni: 213 x 274 x 28 mm
Greutate: 1.2 kg
Editura: Healing Arts Press
Locul publicării:United States

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." . . very comprehensive and I highly recommend it for anyone searching for a balanced approach for the treatment of these diseases." --Dhara Lemos, Lotus Guide, November 2011

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HEALTH / BODYWORK "Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue immunodysfunction, and chronic myofascial pain are the most common illnesses of modern society. I have worked full time in this area since I was trained by Travell and Simons in 1988. This book is not only an easy-to-use self-help book for patients but also an essential reference for any health care practitioner wanting to treat the cause of illness, rather than treat the symptoms. It is totally comprehensive and carries the passion and healing energy of the authors in every page. This is the basis of the medicine of the twenty-first century." --Dr. John Whiteside, MBBS, BSc, Fellow of the Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine Fibromyalgia, chronic myofascial pain, and chronic fatigue are often seen as interchangeable conditions, a belief held even by many health care providers. Nothing could be further from the truth--however, they do often coexist. Knowing if more than one of these disorders is present is extremely important, because the treatment for one of them can often exacerbate the problems caused by the others. Written by a registered nurse and a psychologist who has been treating these conditions since 1994, this book presents an integrative medical approach to these three disorders with a strong emphasis on utilizing and strengthening the mind-body connection to restore well-being. The authors begin with clear diagnostic guidelines for each condition and reference the latest scientific research on what causes these illnesses. Because many medical practitioners are relatively unfamiliar with these disorders, it can take several medical visits to arrive at a definitive diagnosis. Clear communication with medical personnel is key to diagnostic success. This book provides invaluable advice on how to describe symptoms, document health history, and keep a log of medical appointments. Included are interactive worksheets to facilitate these activities. The authors provide a thorough guide to numerous treatment options--from diet, exercise, and herbs to mindfulness meditation, yoga, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). They also offer techniques to dispel the "brain fog" that these illnesses can create, offer guidance on the psychological issues that accompany these chronic pain disorders, and provide advice on how to build a personal support team. The final chapter gives advice on how to navigate the health care system, including step-by-step instructions for preparing an application to the Social Security Administration for disability benefits. An extensive resource section provides a wealth of contact information for helpful agencies and organizations, good sources for medical supplies, and a wide selection of suggested further reading. In short, this integrative treatment guide will open the door not only to physical recovery but also to emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. CELESTE COOPER, R.N., worked as a nurse and nurse educator for more than 20 years before being diagnosed with fibromyalgia, chronic myofascial pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome. She is now an advocate for sufferers of these disorders and lives in Missouri and Arizona. JEFFREY MILLER, Ph.D., is a psychologist specializing in chronic illness from a spiritual perspective. He lives in Missouri.

Cuprins

Foreword by Devin J. Starlanyl

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction


1 Fibromyalgia Pain, Chronic Fatigue Immunodysfunction, and Chronic Myofascial Pain from Trigger Points

All about Fibromyalgia
Summary Exercise: FM

Chronic Fatigue Immunodysfunction--The Muster to Master
Summary Exercise: CFID

Chronic Myofascial Pain--Nerve to Muscle
Summary Exercise: CMP

Chapter Summary: FM/CMP?FM/CFID--Is It a Double Cross?

Glossary of Terms Introduced in Chapter 1 that Describe Pain

2 Communicating Your Health Care Needs

Relating Your Symptoms and Health History

Identifying Aggravating and Alleviating Factors

Coexisting Conditions

Communicating with Your Physician and Other Health Care Providers
Summary Exercise: Clear Expressions

Useful Tools for Communicating with Health Care Providers
Medication Log
Symptom Inventory Sheet
Anatomical Diagram of Pain
Health History Log

3 Dialogues Within and Without

Journal Writing: An Internal Dialogue

Soliciting the Support You Need
Sample Letter Soliciting Support

Relationships: Having Them, Keeping Them, and Knowing When to Let Them Go

Advocacy--A Constructive Way to Vent
Summary Exercise: Reaction to Interaction

Useful Tools for Inner and Outer Self-Expression
A Baker's Dozen: Thirteen Tips for Expressing Your Feelings through Poetry
Interactive Pain/Energy Meter
It Takes Two to Tango: Rules for Possibly the Most Important Date in Your Relationship
Sample Advocacy Letter

4 My Body Is Matter and It Matters

Understanding and Treating Pain

Managing Your Diet

Exercise--Use It or Lose It

Bodywork--Toiling over the Anatomy

Medical Specialists and Therapists

Health and Functionality Therapists

Chapter Conclusion
Summary Exercise: Exercising Your Options

Useful Tools for a Healthy Lifestyle
Diet Assessment Guide
Stretches for Every Part of Your Body

5 The Power of Mind, Body, and Spirit

Depression--Overcoming the Doldrums

Spirituality

Accepting What Is

Other Paths

Chapter Conclusion
Summary Exercise: Expanding Your Options

Useful Tools for Connecting with Your Spiritual Center
Breathing Meditation for People with FM, CFID, and CMP
Guided Meditation for Healing
New Thoughts on Insomnia

6 Dealing with Circuit Overload

Brain Fog--Symptoms of Blowout before a Power Failure

Time Management--An Exercise in Energy Conservation

Crisis Management--Dealing with Major Life Events

Chapter Conclusion
Summary Exercise: Unloading the Gray Matter

7 Aproaching the System Systematically

The ADA and the EEOC

Social Security Disability Determination

Patient Rights

Miscellaneous Programs and Help

Confidentiality and HIPAA

Chapter Conclusion

Useful Tools for Navigating the Health Care System
Interaction Worksheet for Important Calls and Meetings
Treating Health Care Provider Log
Chronological Health Record
Table for Determining Disability Status for Those Limited to Sedentary Work
Table for Determining Disability Status for Those Capable of Light Physical Work


Epilogue

Resources for Maximizing Health Care, Relationships, and Emotional Well-being

Glossary of Acronyms

Notes

About the Authors

Index