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An authoritative and valuable resource for those suffering from Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain features tips and self-help techniques, provides the most recent information on various treatments, discusses surgical options and medications, and much more. Original. 50,000 first printing.

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5.0 out of 5 stars If you suffer from these conditions, read this book!, 10 Nov 1997

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If you have fibromyalgia and/or chronic myofascial pain syndrome(s), do yourself a favor and read this book and take it with you to your next appointment with your physician! Written by authors who suffer from these conditions, you feel a kindred spirit with you as you read this invaluable reference of self-help. This book thoroughly describes what these conditions are (and aren't); common conditions and why they occur; methods on how to deal with these conditions on a daily basis; tools to help you with the healing process; and lists additional resources, additional reading lists, and suppliers of health care items. And it is all done in an easy-to-read, easy-to-understand format. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia 20 years ago, and with chronic myofascial pain syndrome 10 years ago. I have not only had to deal with the frustration of the symptoms of these conditions, but also the condescending attitude of many (not all) medical practitioners who made me feel like "it's all in my head" and "I'm crazy". Their "you have to live with it" attitude and/or their lack of full knowledge of this condition has been the worst part of having to deal with having this condition. My heartfelt thanks go to Devin Starland, M.D. and Mary Ellen Copeland, M.S., M.A. for writing this book. It not only is the most resourceful reference to these conditions I have read, but it is easy to understand and concise. And I received a great peace of mind after reading it. Although my current doctor has claimed to have read this book, I am now even more angry at him after reading the book myself - angry because of his lack of questioning about symptoms I may have been having that could have related to these conditions that I was unaware of. Now I am armed with the knowledge needed to consult him in the direction of my care and with the tools needed to improve my life. This book is a "must have" if you suffer from these conditions!

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best book written on the subject to date! Excellent!, 25 Jun 1998

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I found this book by accident after I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I had seen the diagnosis of Fibrositis, Myofascial pain syndrome in my records many times and never understood what the true meaning was. As I read this book I found that many of the seemingly unrelated health problems that I had been seeing my doctor for were all related and part of the Fibromyalgia Syndrome. I now have many books on the subject but this is the only one that clearly and in depth explains the condition, how it affects your body, current resarch, treatments, excercise, your social and family interactions, your sex life, deals with employment and disability issues and leaves nothing out. The book is straight forward and honest about the reality of having this condition, it doesn't sugarcoat anything or contain propaganda. What you experience is valid and you are not told to pretend that everything is O.K. and that you are not in pain. The tips for pacing yourself and coping with holidays is very helpful. The section on getting the most from your doctors visits and how to talk to your doctor are great. This is a must read for anyone with Fibromyalgia.!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Well worded, understanderable account of our needs and fears, 30 Nov 2001

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Devin J. Starlanyl has the knowledge and understandablity of these Chronic conditions to be able to put into words what millions of suffers are unable to do for themselves - thus enabling us to help ouselves to be better educated about our conditions. Anyone who reads this book will have a greater understnding of what is, or should be made available in the way of better treatments. We can also gain strength by not giving in or giving up the kind of lives we want to be able to live. The writer tells us that having these conditions is not the end of the world - it's the beginning of a new one. Devin J. Starlanyl has written other titles including: The Fibromyalgia Advocate (That is stongly written by a 'woman on a mission attitude')This was the first book on FM that I had read, and it gave me the will to fight against the ignorance of the medical establishment and the disbelief of family and friends of just how much pain i was in, and which they could not see. This book is a must for sufferers - reading this will make you see yourself in a new light.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A good read
This is a good book for the sufferer, but it is quite indepth and sometimes a bit complicated, although they do try and explain & break things down. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Tina Stevenson

5.0 out of 5 stars Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain
Few books actually change a person's life or way of thinking. Fibromyalgia & Chronic Myofascial Pain actually did that for me. Read more

Published on 8 Oct 2007 by Tami Brady

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a wonderful book and very easy to read.
This book gives a very clear definition of fibromyalgia and myofascia pain.Very clear descriptions of symptoms are given. Read more

Published on 4 May 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars The FM sufferer's Bible
I had this book recommended to me by many a person with FM, and I can only say that they were so right. A truly positive book for what can be a very negative illness.

Published on 7 Nov 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars I read the back cover and told my doctor "this is me"!
My doctor gave me a copy of this book to read the day he diaganosed me. I felt so relieved to see that others had similar symptoms and knew of the pain I was going through. Read more

Published on 5 Jul 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally...some answers!
I bought this book for my 38 yr. old daughter so that we'd hopefully find out what her pain problems were. This book has been a godsend! Read more

Published on 19 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book written on Fibromyalgia!!!!
I can honestly say that this book saved my life. I was bedridden nearly all the time when I purchased this book, and thanks to treatments that I read about in this book, my... Read more

Published on 11 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a God send.
This book is a God send. After years of pain and no help, I was finally diagnosed with fibro. The doctor was great about telling me it was not all in my head and that I needed... Read more

Published on 31 May 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't live with out this book!
I could not live without this book! I have read several others relating to Fibromyalgia and none of them even compare to this book!! Read more

Published on 11 May 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful and informative
As an occupational therapist who treats patients with fibromyalgia and other arthritic diseases, I know how frustrating it can be for my patients to be BELIEVED, let alone... Read more

Published on 12 April 1999

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