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Guideline [Juvenile fibromyalgia syndrome] 2008
Michels H, Gerhold K, Häfner R, Häuser W, Illhardt A, Mönkemöller K, Richter M, Schuchmann L. · Deutsches Zentrum für Kinder- und Jugendrheumatologie, Gehfeldstrasse 24, 82467, Garmisch-Partenkirchen. · Schmerz. · Pubmed #18470540 No free full text.
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: The aim was to develop a guideline for diagnostic procedures and treatment of juvenile fibromyalgia syndrome (JFMS) in cooperation with 10 German medical and psychological associations and 2 patient self-help groups. METHODS: A systematic literature search, including all controlled studies evaluating diagnosis and treatment of JFMS, was performed in the Cochran Collaboration Reviews (1993-12/2006), Medline (1980-12/2006), PsychInfo (1966-12/2006) and Scopus (1980-12/2006). Levels of evidence were assigned according to the classification system of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. Grading of the strengths of recommendations was performed according to the German program for disease management guidelines. Standardized procedures to reach a consensus on recommendations were used. RESULTS: Pain in children/adolescents involving several body areas and lasting >3 months without an obvious somatic cause is called JFMS or pain amplification syndrome. Therapeutically, a multidisciplinary concept with psychotherapy and physiotherapy, relaxation techniques and patient education is recommended. CONCLUSION: These guideline will contribute to a better recognition and standardized care of patients with JFMS and facilitate clinical studies.
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