Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia

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Author : Russell Howe LLB, Alan C Logan ND FRSH, Alison C Bested MD FRCP(C)
Binding : Paperback
EAN : 9781581826708
Edition : 2nd edition, revised
Number of Pages : 288
Product Group : Book
Publication Date : 2008-10-01
Publisher : Cumberland House Publishing

ASIN : 1581826702

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Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia (2008-10-23)

Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia is a guiding light in the gloomy and often confusing world of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia (CFS/FM). As someone afflicted by the often misunderstood condition of chronic fatigue syndrome I can attest to the urgent need for the vital information found in this book.Written in a straightforward yet caring tone, the authors are uniquely able to covey the latest scientific theories and concepts using clear and jargon-free language. Dr. Alison C. Bested begins the book by knowledgably shedding light on these invisible epidemics. She paints a vivid portrayal of the debilitating symptoms behind the sometimes misleading names, reveals how doctors can make a diagnosis using modern case definitions and delves into the causes of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, thoroughly explaining the latest scientific theories. Having laid the foundational understanding of CFS/FM the authors follow a logical progression toward treatment of the conditions. Together, Dr. Bested and Dr. Alan C. Logan, ND cover the gamut of treatments and protocols including: energy conservation, sleep hygiene, nutritional support, dietary supplements and herbs, mind-body medicine, complimentary therapies and pharmaceutical treatments. Every treatment is backed by the latest scientific research and more than a decade of Dr. Besteds own clinical experience.A contribution by Russell Howe, an attorney who specializes in medical disability cases, provides expert advice on the legal issues surrounding CFS/FM. Mr. Howe touches on such critical points as: how to find a lawyer, what to look for in a good lawyer, and understanding disability coverage. As in the preceding chapters clear, concise and comprehensible language keep the book reader friendly for all. The balance struck between practical, scientific knowledge and an easy to read format makes Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia an incredibly versatile tool. My family doctor was pleasantly surprised to find such a comprehensive and reputable reference guide. As well, my family and friends have gained a better understanding of what CFS/FM is and are now better able to empathize with my situation. Personally, this book has greatly helped strengthen my ability to cope with this illness both mentally and emotionally. Perhaps most importantly, because of close adherence to the teachings in this book, symptoms that once crippled my life have been dramatically reduced! Simply put, this book is required reading for anyone wanting to learn more about chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia is just that!Talon Crookes

Living with it, Dealing with it, and Thankful for "thems" that wrote about it (2007-10-02)

Want a GREAT CANADIAN FMS & FATIGUE GUIDE/READ?? BUY THIS BOOK !!The pains' not gone, nor the fatigue erased... but I can work with the tools outlined in this book, my medications and changes to my daily living plans to continually decrease the impacts of FMS and fatigue on my life. For this I am grateful.READ it, and do the work. Pain is less, fatigue is less, my flares less, due to working with the guidance and insight this book provides.Do the "BESTED" thing for you...and BUY, READ, and WORK this book, you will be grateful too! Brenda J. Moore, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (2006-09-30)

Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and FibromyalgiaA MUST READ! In a personal, informal manner, the authors explain these complex illnesses in layman's language. They offer patients -HOPE through knowledge and understanding:* Learn about the exciting advances in research.* Understand how the mechanisms of multi-system abnormalities cause the array of seemingly unrelated symptoms and how diagnoses are made.* Learn about the potential benefits and limitations of various mainstream medical and complementary treatments. HELP through awareness and guidance: * Become aware of what you can do to help yourself.* Learn how to improve your quality of life through various life-style changes and Self-Help-Strategies such as pacing and energy conservation, sleep hygiene, pain management and nutritional/dietary support. * Learn mind-body techniques to lessen stress.* Become aware of how to deal with disability and associated legal issues.Authors are experts in their field: Dr. Alison Bested, a hematological pathologist, is a clinician and medical lecturer specializing in chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and multiple chemical sensitivities. She was a member of the Expert Medical Consensus Panel, selected by Health Canada, which developed the Canadian Consensus Document for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. She played a key role in the implementation of a billing code and time-based billing for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia by the Ontario Medical Association. Dr. Alan Logan is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and Mind-Body Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He has published numerous papers and is the Nutrition Editor of the International Journal of Naturopathic Medicine. Mr. Russell Howe is a well-known attorney who specializes in medical disability cases.This book is the patients' complementary counterpart to the Canadian Consensus Guidelines for physicians. Hope and Help for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia is a valuable and uplifting patients' resource, which we are pleased to advertise on our website! Marjorie van de Sande, B Ed, Grad Dip EdConsensus Coordinator for Canadian Consensus Documents for ME/CFS and FMSNational ME/FM Action Network, Advisor & Webmaster

Helping to Understand (2005-10-26)

This book helped me to understand how Fibromyalgia affects one of my family members. There was little over-your-head talk, though you can delve as deeply as you wish into the medical explanations. The chapter lay-outs are easy to use as reference and the information pertinent.

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