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Genetic variation in the beta-2 adrenergic receptor is associated with chronic musculoskeletal complaints in adolescents.
European journal of pain (London, England) - 1 Oct 2012
Skouen J S, Smith A J, Warrington N M, O' Sullivan P B, McKenzie L, Pennell C E, Straker L M
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BACKGROUND: There is significant evidence to suggest that psychological and stress-related factors are important predictors of the onset of chronic widespread pain (CWP) and fibromyalgia (FM). The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, together with the efferent sympathetic/adrenomedullary system, influence all body organs (including muscles) during short- and long-term threatening stimuli. The aim of this study...
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