Table 2 Pain Characteristics by Pain Extent Group
Variable | Regional Pain n = 11 | Widespread Pain n = 12 |
|---|---|---|
When did pain begin | Â | Â |
   Immediately | 63 | 56 |
   Weeks later | 12 | 11 |
   Months later | 25 | 33 |
Pain | Â | Â |
   Constant | 20 | 50 |
   Intermittent | 80 | 50 |
Worse when Depressed | 22 | 50 |
Worse when Fatigued | 67 | 80 |
Relationship to Activity (Worse) | Â | Â |
   Exercise | 44 | 70 |
   Clothing Contact | 11 | 36 |
   Rest | 33 | 73 |
   Cold | 25 | 56 |
Relief with Medication | Â | Â |
   Yes | 22 | 30 |
   Somewhat | 34 | 70 |
   No | 44 | 0 |