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  • Title: Myofascial pain syndrome: early recognition and comprehensive management.
    Author: Bruce E.
    Journal: AAOHN J; 1995 Sep; 43(9):469-74. PubMed ID: 7545996.
    Abstract:
    Fewer conditions in clinical practice have generated more controversy and debate than those that cause musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. The term myofascial pain refers to a syndrome of musculoskeletal discomfort. Myofascial pain is a significant physical disorder responsible for long term disability. Early diagnosis of myofascial pain syndrome and circumspect treatment without using narcotic and non-narcotic analgesics results in successful outcomes. The goal of treatment should always be function oriented, set at the beginning of a treatment program, and modified at periodic intervals. Concurrent psychosocial stressors in the home and at work should be identified and treated appropriately.
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