Table 2 Major causes of extra expenses that FM patients experience
Extra expenses | %* |
|---|---|
Medication in drug stores | 59.4 |
Physiotherapy | 45.7 |
Gim/pool | 41.0 |
Medical consultations | 36.8 |
Dietary, herbal and homeopathic supplements | 31.4 |
Home care support | 29.8 |
Other therapies/treatments | 26.7 |
FM Association dues | 24.8 |
Transportation extra expenses | 21.6 |
Home adaptations | 19.4 |
Psychological therapy | 18.1 |
Complimentary investigations | 17.5 |
Other expenses | 6.0 |