Search for dissertations about: "widespread pain"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 49 swedish dissertations containing the words widespread pain.

2. 16. Pain and physical function in patients with spondyloarthritis

   Author : Elisabeth Mogard; Reumatologi och molekylär skelettbiologi; []
   Keywords : Spondyloarthritis; Chronic pain; Physical function;

   Abstract : AbstractAnkylosing spondylitis (AS) and undifferentiated spondyloarthritis (USpA) are two subgroups of the rheumatic disease spondyloarthritis (SpA). The diseases typically debut in early adulthood with periods of fluctuating and persistent pain and stiffness, and can result in consequences such as impaired functioning and reduced quality of life. READ MORE

4. 17. Perspectives on signs and symptoms indicative of temporomandibular disorders among adults

   Author : Negin Yekkalam; Anders Wänman; Catharina Österlund; Anna Lövgren; Kirsi Sipilä; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; epidemiology; temporomandibular disorders; headache; gender; treatment need; clinical decision-making; widespread pain;

   Abstract : Background: The aim of this thesis was to delve deeper into the different aspects of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) as a public health problem among adults. The studies evaluated signs and symptoms indicative of TMD in terms of prevalence, associated factors, treatment need estimate, possible factors underpinning treatment need owing to TMD, as well as possible influences of pain conditions on TMD symptoms and diagnosis in adult populations. READ MORE

5. 18. Assessment and Treatment of Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome. Quantitative and Qualitative aspects

   Author : Kaisa Mannerkorpi; Människan i rörelse: hälsa och rehabilitering; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Skeleton; randomised study.; phenomenology; education; exercise; physical; reliability; disability; function; Fibromyalgia; pain; muscle system; rheumatology locomotion; Skelett; muskelsystem; reumatologi;

   Abstract : Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is characterised by diffuse, long-lasting, widespread pain and aching, accompanied by fatigue, stiffness and sleep disturbances. The symptoms may be aggravated by physiological and psychological overload. READ MORE

6. 19. Disclosing the invisible : experiences, outcomes and quality of endometriosis healthcare

   Author : Hanna Grundström; Siw Alehagen; Carina Berterö; Preben Kjölhede; Margareta Larsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; endometriosis; persistent pelvic pain; healthcare professionals; healthcare encounters; health-related quality of life; pain thresholds; quantitative sensory testing; central sensitization; hysterectomy;

   Abstract : Introduction: Many women with endometriosis report that their symptoms are normalized and trivialized when they seek medical care and they often experience diagnostic delays, ineffective treatments and physiological, psychological and social consequences. However, there is a knowledge gap when it comes to women’s experiences of different aspects of endometriosis healthcare, and the quality of that care. READ MORE

7. 20. Multimodal rehabilitation for patients with chronic pain in northern Sweden, focusing on gender and age

   Author : Linda Spinord; Britt-Marie Stålnacke; Gunilla Stenberg; Ann-Charlotte Kassberg; Stefan Bergman; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Chronic pain; multimodal rehabilitering; gender; age; rehabiliteringsmedicin; Rehabilitation Medicine;

   Abstract : The overall aim of this thesis was to study outcomes and experiences of multimodal rehabilitation programmes (MMRP) for patients with chronic pain in northern Sweden, focusing on gender and age. This thesis is based on four studies that used both quantitative and qualitative methods. READ MORE