December 2016 PMID 27916278

2016 Revisions to the 2010/2011 fibromyalgia diagnostic criteria.

Frederick Wolfe, Daniel J Clauw, Mary-Ann Fitzcharles, Don L Goldenberg, Winfried Häuser, Robert L Katz, Philip J Mease, Anthony S Russell, Irwin Jon Russell, Brian Walitt

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Peak: 7 in Sep 2021

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The group shows moderate enthusiasm, referencing detailed aspects of the revision process such as the high sensitivity and specificity of the criteria, and critical evaluations of diagnostic validation. Words like 'valid', 'guidelines', and 'differential diagnosis' indicate a serious, professional tone, emphasizing the importance of these updates for clinical accuracy and research integrity.

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Most posters appear to agree with the validity and improvements presented in the revised criteria, referencing the research and guidelines positively.

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Discussions reflect moderate interest, with users mentioning specific diagnostic criteria and research papers, indicating engagement with the technical details.

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Participants are actively sharing references, guidelines, and interpretations, showing a relatively deep engagement with the subject matter.

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The discussions suggest that the updated criteria are considered significant for clinical practice and research, hinting at meaningful influence on the field.

Abstract in brief

The study reviews and updates the 2010-2011 fibromyalgia diagnostic criteria based on research from 2010 to 2016, finding that these criteria have high sensitivity and specificity but occasionally misclassify regional pain syndromes.
The revised 2016 criteria incorporate a generalized pain (widespread pain) requirement and clarify diagnostic rules, improving accuracy and reducing confusion, especially regarding exclusion criteria.
These updated criteria are valid for diagnosing individual patients when used by physicians and for research studies, though the self-report version isn't reliable for diagnosing individual patients clinically.]

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Abraham

@Abraham66126073 · X

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Will Gregory

@PhysioWillGreg · X

@margotphysio @michangus "...the 1990 and 2010 criteria set definitions, and that 93–94% of 2010 positive individuals satisfied the 1990 widespread pain criterion—a level the 2010 authors considered satisfactory” Semin Arthritis Rheum 2016 Dec;46(3):319-329. doi: 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2016.08.012. 3/3

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Katie Martucci PhD

@DrKatieMartucci · X

@Victori98874546 https://t.co/03wQhOIwX3 We used the revised 2016 @ACRheum #fibromyalgia criteria.

Jul 27, 2022 · 1 like · 1,328 followers View post →

Adam Dobson

@adamdobson123 · X

@impsteed @DerekGriffin86 Pipsy

Mar 9, 2022 · 1 like · 12,676 followers View post →

Lianne Wood

@WoodwicksLianne · X

RT @jwhatleyPT: 2/ See below guidelines and a nice paper on differential diagnostic cofounders https://t.co/0MQpMJ6Z03 https://t.co/rwKVy…

Dec 31, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,638 followers View post →

Kfizz

@KfizzSimon · X

RT @jwhatleyPT: 2/ See below guidelines and a nice paper on differential diagnostic cofounders https://t.co/0MQpMJ6Z03 https://t.co/rwKVy…

Dec 31, 2021 · 2 shares · 327 followers View post →

James Whatley

@jwhatleyPT · X

2/ See below guidelines and a nice paper on differential diagnostic cofounders https://t.co/0MQpMJ6Z03 https://t.co/rwKVyvHjgN

Dec 31, 2021 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 377 followers View post →

Adam Dobson

@adamdobson123 · X

RT @DerekGriffin86: @NVSports_Spine @FCPphysio @function2fitnes @physiojack @MRheumy "A diagnosis of fibromyalgia is valid irrespective of…

Dec 1, 2021 · 3 shares · 12,676 followers View post →