fibromyalgia LP 10-11 Flashcards
what is the term for fibromyalgia?
a painful muscular and connective tissue condition of at least 3-month duration c
how is fibromyalgia characterized?
by widespread and muscular ashiness and tenderness in 11 out of 18 tender points
what are the tender points ?
sub occipital muscle
upper traps
supra spinatus origin
gluteus medius
greater trochanter
anterior aspect of C5-C7 tvps
costochondral junctions of rib 2
2cm distal to lateral epicondyle
medial collateral ligament of knee
what are the controlled tender spots?
forehead
finger flexors
lateral epicondyle
deltoid insertion
what causes fibromyalgia?
immune abnormalities
genetic
deficiency of serotonin
lack of exercise etc
what are the two types of fibromyalgia ?
post traumatic
primary
how long should it take to become diagnosed with fibromyalgia?
3 months with symmetrical unilateral pain in 11 out of 18 spots
what are the symptoms of fibromyalgia?
pain
stiffness morning and evening
weakness
fatigue
cold sensitivity
Poor sleeping
what are the associate conditions of fibromyalgia?
premenstrual syndrome
depression
chronic headaches
migraines
insomnia
tmj
tp
bowel sydrome
bladder syndrome
fatigue syndrome
what is chronic fatigue?
condition distinguished by constant fatigue that does not resolve and severely reduces activity levels for at least 6 months
what causes chronic fatigue?
Epstein barr virus
viral or infectious source
defect in t lymphocytes or natural killer cells
fibromyalgia
what is the main symptom of chronic fatigue?
fatigue unresolved by rest
is it more common for women or men to have chronic fatigue?
women
What posture is common with fibromyalgia?
Hyperkphosis
Head carriage
Antaglic gait
What are the CIS for fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue?
No deep work
No overstretching
Limit treatment time
