Browsing Doctoral Theses / Doktorsavhandlingar Institutionen för medicin by Subject "pain"
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Aspects of work and health in women with fibromyalgia
(2015-03-13)Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by persistent widespread pain, increased pain sensitivity and tenderness. FM is also associated with fatigue, psychological distress, impaired physical capacity, activity limitations and ... -
Epidemiological aspects of musculoskeletal pain in the upper body. Analyzing common and recurrent binary outcomes
(2010-11-08)The overall aim of this thesis is to gain epidemiological knowledge about musculoskeletal pain in the upper body in light physical work, in relation to gender, psychosocial factors, and computer use; and to compare different ... -
Lateral epicondylalgia A new structured treatment program with an inter-disciplinary approach
(2010-11-19)Abstract Background: Lateral epicondylalgia is a common musculoskeletal diagnosis, thus there exist no structured effective treatment program and no evaluative questionnaire specific for lateral epicondylalgia. Overall ... -
To return or not return? Predictive factors for return to work in persons with musculoskeletal disorders – prospective studies over a 10-year period
(2010-05-17)Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are a major reason for sick leave and results in individual suffering as well as economical consequences for both the individual and society. It is important to study variables ...