UNLABELLED: This paper is a review article that collects and synthesizes up-to-date information about the complex etiological theories and treatment regimens associated with Fibromyalgia. The authors have written the paper in an evidence-based model in order to show the reader where adequate data exist in regards to these pharmacological, psychological, and physical strategies. A thorough MEDLINE search was utilized to collect many papers dedicated to this topic spanning 1970-2005. MEASUREMENTS: The relevant papers were divided, based upon intervention used for the treatment of FM (pharmacological vs. non-pharmacological). They were also divided based on their scientific merit; randomized controlled trials were given the most evidence-based weight and the case studies the least. RESULTS: The authors first review current epidemiologic and etiologic theories regarding fibromyalgia. A formal literature review is next presented to allow the reader to understand the evidence base that supports treatment of this disorder. In conclusion, a commentary regarding the treatment of this disorder in psychiatric practice occurs where pharmacodynamics and management strategy is discussed. CONCLUSION: There is much literature available regarding treatment of fibromyalgia. This complex illness has reasonable controlled studies for monotherapy treatments; however, multimodal treatments are the usual norm.
UNLABELLED: This paper is a review article that collects and synthesizes up-to-date information about the complex etiological theories and treatment regimens associated with Fibromyalgia. The authors have written the paper in an evidence-based model in order to show the reader where adequate data exist in regards to these pharmacological, psychological, and physical strategies. A thorough MEDLINE search was utilized to collect many papers dedicated to this topic spanning 1970-2005. MEASUREMENTS: The relevant papers were divided, based upon intervention used for the treatment of FM (pharmacological vs. non-pharmacological). They were also divided based on their scientific merit; randomized controlled trials were given the most evidence-based weight and the case studies the least. RESULTS: The authors first review current epidemiologic and etiologic theories regarding fibromyalgia. A formal literature review is next presented to allow the reader to understand the evidence base that supports treatment of this disorder. In conclusion, a commentary regarding the treatment of this disorder in psychiatric practice occurs where pharmacodynamics and management strategy is discussed. CONCLUSION: There is much literature available regarding treatment of fibromyalgia. This complex illness has reasonable controlled studies for monotherapy treatments; however, multimodal treatments are the usual norm.
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