Common pain scenarios.
BACKGROUND
Vertebral fractures and fibromyalgia, while very different and unrelated clinical conditions, are common pain conditions that can, at times, be difficult to diagnose and manage.


OBJECTIVE
To discuss the investigation and treatment of two common pain conditions.


CONCLUSIONS
Following a structured program for assessment and treatment, most people with both of these conditions can experience substantial improvement in the quality of their life.
Hall
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Rheumatology Unit, Box Hill Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D005356:Fibromyalgia / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010024:Osteoporosis / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology*; D059408:Pain Management; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011859:Radiography; D016103:Spinal Fractures / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology