Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Disorders of the Skeletal Muscle01:28

Disorders of the Skeletal Muscle

The clinical conditions affecting the skeletal muscle tissue are broadly categorized as musculoskeletal and neuromuscular disorders.
Musculoskeletal disorders
Musculoskeletal disorders involve injuries and conditions affecting the skeletal muscles and associated connective tissues. These disorders can arise from acute biomechanical stresses or chronic overuse and can occur across different age groups. Common injuries include sprains, fractures, and muscular strains, often resulting from...
Pulmonary Tuberculosis III01:31

Pulmonary Tuberculosis III

Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious infection primarily affecting the lung parenchyma but which can also affect other body parts. TB can be classified based on disease development, presentation, and the affected anatomical site.
The first classification is based on the development of the disease, and it includes the following categories:
Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests01:27

Myocarditis II: Clinical Features and Diagnostic Tests

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. The symptoms vary widely, encompassing asymptomatic presentations to severe, acute manifestations.Clinical PresentationAsymptomatic cases: In some instances, myocarditis may be asymptomatic, with the infection resolving without intervention. These cases often go undetected unless discovered incidentally through diagnostic imaging or tests conducted for other reasons.General Early Symptoms: Early symptoms of myocarditis are non-specific and can...
Atypical Pneumonia01:14

Atypical Pneumonia

Atypical pneumonia, often caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, is a form of pulmonary infection that differs from the classical presentation of bacterial pneumonia in both its cause and clinical symptoms. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a pleomorphic bacterium notable for its lack of a rigid cell wall. This structural characteristic imparts resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics and significantly influences the bacterium’s behavior within the human host.Other pathogens responsible for the disease include...
Classification of Illness01:17

Classification of Illness

The meaning of illness is individualized to each person who experiences an alteration in health. In contrast, disease is a medical term indicating a pathological change in the structure and function of the body or mind. It is a condition that has specific symptoms and boundaries.
An illness is a response to a disease in which the person's level of functioning is changed compared with a previous level. The general classification of illness includes acute and chronic.
Acute illness is severe and...
Myasthenia Gravis ll: Pathophysiology01:22

Myasthenia Gravis ll: Pathophysiology

The disease process of myasthenia gravis begins at the neuromuscular junction, where antibodies attack key proteins needed for muscle activation. This immune reaction weakens signal transmission, leading to the characteristic muscle fatigue and weakness that define the condition.Immune-Mediated DamageIn most individuals, antibodies target acetylcholine receptors (AChRs) on the postsynaptic membrane of muscle cells. By blocking acetylcholine binding, these antibodies prevent the nerve signal...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Physical therapists' experiences treating patients with hip joint-related pain: Facilitators and barriers to rehabilitation.

PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation·2026
Same author

Is More Always Better With Digital Health Interventions? Shifting Engagement From Maximizing Use to Supporting Health.

Mayo Clinic proceedings. Digital health·2026
Same author

Exploring the relationship between usage of a digital mindfulness app and perceived stress among caregivers of persons living with dementia.

Aging & mental health·2026
Same author

Staff Perceptions of Patient Interactions in Subacute/Post-Acute Nursing Home Units: A Qualitative Study.

Research in gerontological nursing·2026
Same author

Feasibility of the Mindfulness Self-Compassionate Care program: a randomized controlled trial to address dementia caregiver stress.

The Gerontologist·2026
Same author

Interventions targeting quality of life in patients with colorectal cancer and a fecal ostomy: A systematic review.

Journal of gastrointestinal surgery : official journal of the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract·2026
Same journal

Orthosis alone or with hand therapy for the early management of symptomatic thumb carpometacarpal arthritis: A prospective observational study.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
Same journal

Cross-cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Validation of the Spanish Version of the Thumb Disability Examination (TDX).

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
Same journal

The contraction test to detect and predict recurrence of stiffness in the proximal interphalangeal joint.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
Same journal

Measuring the clavicular kinematics: A systematic review and an exploratory study.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
Same journal

Beyond sensory deficits: Cognitive and biomechanical alterations in female patients with carpal tunnel syndrome.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
Same journal

Comparative evaluation of user satisfaction in stroke rehabilitation: Wearable vs traditional electromyography biofeedback for wrist and hand dysfunction.

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Videos

Less specific arm illnesses.

Ana-Maria Vranceanu1, Arthur Barsky, David Ring

  • 1Behavioral Medicine Service, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, USA.

Journal of Hand Therapy : Official Journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists
|March 12, 2011
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Many patients experience unexplained arm pain with vague symptoms and disproportionate disability. Acknowledging psychological and sociological factors is crucial for better recovery, moving beyond solely physical explanations for nonspecific pain.

Related Experiment Videos

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics and Hand Surgery
  • Pain Medicine
  • Psychosomatic Medicine

Background:

  • Unexplained symptoms are frequent patient complaints.
  • Nonspecific arm pain presents with diffuse, vague symptoms and disproportionate disability.
  • Many diagnosed hand conditions may lack distinct underlying pathology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To re-evaluate the classification of nonspecific arm pain.
  • To highlight the limitations of purely pathophysiological explanations.
  • To advocate for a holistic approach considering psychosocial factors.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on nonspecific pain conditions.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria for hand and arm pathologies.
  • Conceptual framework development integrating biopsychosocial elements.

Main Results:

  • Many conditions treated as specific may be nonspecific.
  • A solely pathophysiology-focused approach may hinder recovery.
  • Psychological and sociological factors significantly influence illness experience and recovery.

Conclusions:

  • Nonspecific arm pain requires a broader diagnostic and treatment perspective.
  • Integrating psychosocial factors is essential for effective management.
  • Rethinking diagnostic categories may improve patient outcomes.