After completing this course you’ll be able to:
| 1. | Define fibromyalgia. |
| 2. | List the demographics of FM. |
| 3. | Compare objective and subjective findings for fibromyalgia. |
| 4. | Define chronic fatigue immunodysfunction. |
| 5. | State how CFID is classified. |
| 6. | Discuss CFID as a stand-alone disease. |
| 7. | State the prognosis for CFID syndrome. |
| 8. | Define chronic myofascial pain. |
| 9. | Compare an active trigger point and secondary trigger point. |
| 10. | Define a hyperirritable trigger point. |
| 11. | Define entrapment. |
| 12. | Compare the symptoms of FM and CFID. |
| 13. | Describe the pain scale. |
| 14. | Describe aggravating and alleviating factors. |
| 15. | Define an allergen. |
| 16. | Define arthritis and several conditions included in the arthritis family. |
| 17. | Describe carpal tunnel syndrome. |
| 18. | Discuss depression and its symptoms. |
| 19. | Describe several types of headaches. |
| 20. | Describe diseases of the thyroid gland. |
| 21. | Define a functional disorder. |
| 22. | Compare the two types of lupus. |
| 23. | List the symptoms of multiple sclerosis. |
| 24. | Describe post-polio syndrome. |
| 25. | Describe Raynaud’s phenomenon. |
| 26. | List the types and symptoms of Sjogren’s syndrome. |
| 27. | Compare internal and external dialogue. |
| 28. | Discuss the healing support system. |
| 29. | Define algology, acute pain, chronic pain, flare and somatic. |
| 30. | Compare pseudo-addiction and addiction to medications. |
| 31. | List hints for safe use of supplements, herbs and vitamins and give examples. |
| 32. | Define acutherapy and describe the three types. |
| 33. | Define glycemic index. |
| 34. | Define isometric, anaerobic, aerobic, active exercise and passive exercise. |
| 35. | State the goal of bodywork and give examples. |
| 36. | Define kinesiology and give examples of the licensed professionals who practice it. |
| 37. | State the role of several therapists. |
| 38. | Compare alternative and complementary medicine. |
| 39. | Define comorbidity. |
| 40. | Describe several types of depression. |
| 41. | Describe the four types of therapists. |
| 42. | List the central questions of all religious traditions. |
| 43. | Describe several types of meditation. |
| 44. | State the four areas of the stress response and how it affects homeostasis. |
| 45. | Discuss the findings on Campbell’s study on “Neuropsychological Deficits Associated with |
| 46. | State how to cope with the lack of energy. |
| 47. | Describe how to prioritize. |
| 48. | Define the “until script” as described by Eric Berne, M.D. |
| 49. | Explain how to deal with a “crisis mode.” |
| 50. | Discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act and list the five areas it covers. |
| 51. | Define a qualified individual, essential function, and reasonable accommodation. |
| 52. | Define “undue hardship.” |
| 53. | Describe the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. |
| 54. | Compare Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income. |
| 55. | Describe the Residual Functional Capacity Assessment. |
| 56. | Define “the grids.” |
| 57. | State the rate of rejection when applying for disability. |
| 58. | Describe the four levels of the appeals process. |
| 59. | Describe “The National Pain Care Policy Act of 2007 and 2008.” |
| 60. | Define Workers’ Compensation. |
| 61. | Define Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985. |
| 62. | Describe the Family and Medical Leave Act, who is eligible and the benefits. |
| 63. | Discuss how Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act originated. |