J Am Osteopath Assoc September 2013 PMID 24005088

Fibromyalgia: a clinical update.

Robert A Hawkins

Mentions

21
Peak: 4 in Aug 2022
across 3 sources since Apr 2022

Extended reach

118,788
potential audience

Total likes

75

Video views

699

Mentions per month

Apr 2022 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter17 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collective tone reflects recognition of the complexities in diagnosing fibromyalgia, with examples like mentions of the 'bewildering array of symptoms' and frustration among providers, emphasizing the article’s significance in clinical practice and awareness. Words like 'frustrate' and 'bewildering' highlight concern and interest, while references to the publication's practical implications emphasize its impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the article's points on fibromyalgia diagnosis challenges and symptom complexity, showing general agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Posts consistently show moderate interest, mentioning the clinical updates and inviting comments or further engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific details from the publication, such as symptom variability and diagnostic criteria, indicating a moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the relevance of the update for healthcare providers and awareness campaigns, suggesting a noticeable impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Fibromyalgia is a common chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep problems, along with other symptoms like cognitive issues, headaches, and stiffness.
  • It is now considered part of central sensitivity syndromes, where the brain and nervous system become overly sensitive, and diagnosis no longer relies solely on tender points but on patient-reported widespread pain and symptoms.
  • Effective management involves a combination of patient education, cognitive behavioral therapy, exercise, and medication to address the complex symptoms of fibromyalgia.

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Fibro Bloggers
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Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can frustrate the diagnostic efforts of their health care providers. ~ Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Update by Robert A. Hawkins https://t.co/X9oQQtcsfV

Aug 26, 2022 · 15 likes · 4 shares · 17,549 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can frustrate the diagnostic efforts of their health care providers. ~ Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Update by Robert A. Hawkins https://t.co/fhF7kcMOKs

Jan 15, 2023 · 13 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for which no alternative cause can be identified. ~ IASP International Association for the Study of Pain from #Fibromyalgia A Clinical update. #FM #FMS #painawareness https://t.co/7H0VGDETdc

Mar 15, 2024 · 6 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
Kim Dupree Jones
@kjnursingdean · X

Thanks to my co-authors and former students Drs Amanda St John and @JHAebischer Love working w you both !Fibromyalgia: A clinical update : The Nurse Practitioner https://t.co/WZ4E5Zm4RQ

Apr 5, 2022 · 4 likes · 1 share · 1,025 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for which no alternative cause can be identified. ~ IASP International Association for the Study of Pain from #Fibromyalgia A Clinical update. https://t.co/0xfGHedEN1

Oct 8, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
NursingCenter
@NursingCenter · X

RT @TNPJ_Journal: Check out this popular #NCPD article on #Fibromyalgia: A clinical update. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://t.co/1pmgL…

Dec 27, 2022 · 1 share · 24,931 followers View post →

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Karen Learmonth
@AmberLightPhoto · X

RT @FibroBloggers: In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for whic…

Mar 15, 2024 · 1 share · 2,551 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for which no alternative cause can be identified. ~ IASP International Association for the Study of Pain from #Fibromyalgia A Clinical update. #FM #FMS #painawareness https://t.co/7H0VGDETdc

Mar 15, 2024 · 6 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
GothBoyUK -
@GothboyUK · X

RT @FibroBloggers: In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for whic…

Oct 8, 2023 · 1 share · 1,314 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

In clinical practice the diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” is often given to individuals with chronic widespread pain for which no alternative cause can be identified. ~ IASP International Association for the Study of Pain from #Fibromyalgia A Clinical update. https://t.co/0xfGHedEN1

Oct 8, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
Andrea #showup&win #tribalchief #BelieveThat
@Oma81307 · X

RT @FibroBloggers: Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can fru…

Jan 16, 2023 · 1 share · 1,434 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can frustrate the diagnostic efforts of their health care providers. ~ Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Update by Robert A. Hawkins https://t.co/fhF7kcMOKs

Jan 15, 2023 · 13 likes · 1 share · 17,549 followers View post →
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@OneYMedia · X

Fibromyalgia: A clinical update : The Nurse Practitioner | @scoopit https://t.co/a0JhMVfMI9

Dec 27, 2022 · 955 followers View post →
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@OneYMedia · X

Fibromyalgia: A clinical update : The Nurse Practitioner https://t.co/vYuvtPh2jR

Dec 27, 2022 · 955 followers View post →
NursingCenter
@NursingCenter · X

RT @TNPJ_Journal: Check out this popular #NCPD article on #Fibromyalgia: A clinical update. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://t.co/1pmgL…

Dec 27, 2022 · 1 share · 24,931 followers View post →
The Nurse Practitioner Journal
@TNPJ_Journal · X

Check out this popular #NCPD article on #Fibromyalgia: A clinical update. #APRNs #NursePractitioners https://t.co/1pmgLafL21 https://t.co/ab8FEOReLO

Dec 27, 2022 · 1 share · 10,253 followers View post →
TiNa'S cRaZy LiFe
@DEEG1224 · X

RT @FibroBloggers: Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can fru…

Aug 27, 2022 · 4 shares · 721 followers View post →
IQ38
@IQ38 · X

RT @FibroBloggers: Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can fru…

Aug 26, 2022 · 4 shares · 685 followers View post →
Marvin Huddleston, F.R.A.S.
@kc5lei · X

RT @FibroBloggers: Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can fru…

Aug 26, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,777 followers View post →
Fibro Bloggers
@FibroBloggers · X

Patients with fibromyalgia often have a bewildering array of symptoms and a paucity of objective findings, which can frustrate the diagnostic efforts of their health care providers. ~ Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Update by Robert A. Hawkins https://t.co/X9oQQtcsfV

Aug 26, 2022 · 15 likes · 4 shares · 17,549 followers View post →
Martha Driessnack
@MDriessnack · X

Congratulations Jonathan!!! Fibromyalgia: A clinical update : The Nurse Practitioner https://t.co/K9VPjCP4gY

Apr 9, 2022 · 196 followers View post →
Kim Dupree Jones
@kjnursingdean · X

RT @kjnursingdean: Thanks to my co-authors and former students Drs Amanda St John and @JHAebischer Love working w you both !Fibromyalgia: A…

Apr 6, 2022 · 1 share · 1,025 followers View post →
Kim Dupree Jones
@kjnursingdean · X

Thanks to my co-authors and former students Drs Amanda St John and @JHAebischer Love working w you both !Fibromyalgia: A clinical update : The Nurse Practitioner https://t.co/WZ4E5Zm4RQ

Apr 5, 2022 · 4 likes · 1 share · 1,025 followers View post →
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