Open AccessFibrofascitis – An Enigma for the Dentist: A Case Report
Author(s) -
Kriti Shrivastava
Publication year - 2016
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2016/17130.7575
Subject(s) - medicine , shoulders , fibromyalgia , physical therapy , depression (economics) , orthopedic surgery , chiropractic , alternative medicine , surgery , pathology , economics , macroeconomics
Fibromyalgia is a chronic syndrome that causes widespread musculoskeletal pain and stiffness throughout the connective tissues that support and move the bones and joints. Pain and localized tender points occur in the muscles, particularly those that support the neck, spine, shoulders, and hips. Moreover the disorder includes fatigue, depression, sleep disturbances and constipation. A combination of treatments including medications, patient education, physical therapy and counseling are usually recommended. Here, we present a case report of fibromyalgia and the treatment given to the patient, a combination of dental and orthopedic treatment.