Functional Movement Disorder: An Interdisciplinary Case-Based Approach

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of functional movement disorders (FMD), covering case vignettes, diagnostic approach, treatments, and clinical pearls. It is written for clinical practitioners and covers an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach, with a focus on overcoming mind-body dualism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 463 pages
Publication date: 25 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive guide is a valuable resource for clinical practitioners seeking to adopt an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and management of functional movement disorders (FMD). It delves into various aspects of FMD, including case vignettes, diagnostic approaches, available treatments, clinical pearls, and comprehensive references for further reading.

The book is structured into three parts, providing a foundational framework for understanding FMD. The first part explores the historical context, biopsychosocial model, and an integrated neurologic-psychiatric perspective that challenges mind-body dualism. This sets the stage for the subsequent chapters, which offer a comprehensive overview of different FMD presentations. Tremor, dystonia, gait disorders, and limb weakness are covered in detail, along with common non-motor issues such as pain and cognitive symptoms.

Part II of the book provides a detailed examination of these presentations, offering a thorough understanding of their symptoms, causes, and potential underlying mechanisms. It also discusses the challenges associated with diagnosing FMD, including the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach and the use of various diagnostic tools and techniques.

In the concluding chapters, the book explores updated practices in delivering the diagnosis, working with patients and care partners to achieve shared understanding of a complex condition, and providing an overview of evidence-based and evolving treatments. High-quality patient videos are supplemented throughout the text to enhance the reader's understanding and visual comprehension of FMD.

Functional Movement Disorder is written with practicing neurologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, allied mental health professionals, and rehabilitation experts in mind. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to expand their knowledge and expertise in the diagnosis and management of FMD. By integrating a multidisciplinary approach, this book aims to improve the outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by these disorders.

Weight: 913g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030864972
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022