Part I. Theory and Practice Chapter 1. Fibromyalgia 101: How We Got Here Fibromyalgia: What Is It, and Why Is There Confusion? Chapter 2. Fibromyalgia: Follow the Science Chapter 3. Trigger Points 101: Points of Interest Chapter 4. Fascial Changes: What the Research Means Where the Pain and Stiffness Begin Chapter 5. MPS and FM Come Together Chicken and Egg Chapter 6. Our Genes Don''t Fit Right: Genetic Factors Why the Guai? Guaifenesin and the Uric Acid Connection Methylation The Tryptophan-Kynurenine Pathway Thyroid Dysregulation and Peripheral Thyroid Resistance Insulin Resistance: A Spoonful of Sugar Makes the Symptoms Go Up? Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Circadian Cycle Dysfunction Pain Control: Genetics Again? Chapter 7.
Cognitive Deficits: More than One Cause Temporal Lobe Activation: A Flare for Change? Cell (Mobile) Phones Solar Flares Chapter 8. To Dream, Perchance to Sleep? Chapter 9. Perpetuating Factors: What Initiates, Aggravates, and Perpetuates Myofascial Trigger Points Paradoxical Breathing Poor Posture Body Asymmetry Morton''s Foot Unsuitable Shoes Disproportion Obesity Nutrition and Associated Factors Coexisting Conditions Immobility/ Static Postures Psychological Factors Stress Allergies and Sensitivities Hormonal Imbalances Abuse of Muscles Pain Itself Environmental Factors Inappropriate Care/Exercise No End to Perpetuating Factors? Chapter 10. Taking Care of Yourself: Self-Treatment Mindwork Pacing Bodywork Chapter 11 . Treating You Right: Treatments by Others A World of Possibilities Chronic Means What It Says Specific Therapies by Others What Medication Options Can Help? Postscript. Take Back Your Life and Move Forward Part II. The Gallery Chapter 12. Introduction to the Gallery Anatomy Figures Referral Pattern How to Hunt and Find Your TrPs: The Art of Palpation Chapter 13.
Head and Neck Muscles Trapezius Sternocleidomastoid Masseter Temporalis Medial Pterygoid Lateral Pterygoid Digastric Omohyoid Other Hyoid and Anterior Neck Muscles Cutaneous Facial Muscles I Cutaneous Facial Muscles II: Occipitofrontalis Extrinsic Eye Muscles Splenius Cervicis and Splenius Capitis Posterior Cervical Muscles Suboccipital Group Chapter 14. Shoulder, Arm, and Hand Muscles Levator Scapulae Scalenes Supraspinatus Infraspinatus Teres Minor Latissimus Dorsi Teres Major Subscapularis Deltoid Coracobrachialis Biceps Brachii Brachialis Triceps Brachii and Anconeus Wrist Extensors and Brachioradialis Finger Extensors Supinator Palmaris Longus Wrist and Finger Flexors in the Forearm Adductor Pollicis and Opponens Pollicis Interosseous, Lumbricals, and Abductor Digiti Minimi Chapter 15. Trunk Muscles Pectoralis Minor Pectoralis Major, Subclavius, and Sternalis Intercostals Diaphragm Serratus Anterior Serratus Posterior Superior and Inferior Paraspinals Abdominals Quadratus Lumborum Psoas Major, Psoas Minor, and Iliacus Pelvic Floor Muscles Chapter 16. Hip, Thigh, and Knee Muscles Gluteus Maximus Gluteus Medius Gluteus Minimus Tensor Fasciae Latae and Iliotibial Band Piriformis, Obturator Externus, Obturator Internus, Gemelli, and Quadratus Femoris Quadriceps Femoris and Sartorius Adductors Hamstrings Popliteus Chapter 17. Leg and Foot Muscles Tibialis Anterior Tibialis Posterior Gastrocnemius Fibularis (Peroneus) Longus, Brevis, and Tertius Soleus and Plantaris Long Toe Extensors Long Toe Flexors Intrinsic Foot Muscles Appendix. Plotting the Pain.