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[Psychocorporal approach to functional somatic disorders].
A Kachaner1, C Lemogne2, B Ranque3
1Service de médecine interne, hôpital européen Georges-Pompidou, AP-HP, Paris, France; Inserm, UMS 011 « Population-based Cohorts Unit », Paris-Saclay University, UVSQ, Paris, France.
La Revue De Medecine Interne
|June 14, 2024
Summary
Functional somatic disorders (FSD) management involves a strong doctor-patient relationship, gradual physical activity, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This mind-body approach improves quality of life for patients with FSD.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Psychology
- Rehabilitation
Context:
- Functional somatic disorders (FSD) are prevalent conditions significantly impacting patient quality of life.
- The multifactorial origins and complex management of FSD present significant clinical challenges.
- Current pharmacological treatments for FSD often yield limited efficacy.
Purpose:
- To outline effective management strategies for functional somatic disorders (FSD).
- To emphasize the role of mind-body interventions in FSD treatment.
- To highlight key principles for improving patient outcomes in FSD.
Summary:
- Effective FSD management prioritizes an empathetic doctor-patient relationship, gradual physical activity, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Addressing cognitive factors like focused attention and catastrophizing, alongside behavioral avoidance, is crucial for therapeutic success.
- Combining graded physical activity with CBT demonstrates complementary benefits for FSD patients.
Impact:
- This approach enhances physical and mental quality of life, reducing fatigue and pain in FSD patients.
- It provides a rational explanatory model for patients, validating their experiences.
- Highlights the need for comprehensive physician training in managing functional somatic disorders.
Keywords:
Activité physique graduelleChronic fatigue syndromeCognitive and behavioural therapyFibromyalgiaFibromyalgieFunctional somatic disorderGradual physical exerciceSomatic symptom disorderSyndrome de fatigue chroniqueThérapie cognitive et comportementaleTroubles somatiques fonctionnelsMore Related Videos
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