A Case Report of Hoffmann's Syndrome
Describes this rare form of hypothyroid myopathy. From the Journal of Neurological Sciences (Turkish).
Bone and Calcium Metabolism in Subclinical Autoimmune Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism
Examines calcium and bone metabolism in subclinical thyroid disorders. [PDF] (June 23, 2003)
eMedicine - Hypothyroid Myopathy
Discusses the weakness, pain, stiffness, or ache that occurs in patients with Hashimoto's or hypothyroidism.
Musculoskeletal Manifestations in Patients with Thyroid Disease
Discusses the prevalence of adhesive capsulitis, Dupuytren's contracture, trigger finger, limited joint mobility and carpal tunnel syndrome. From IngentaConnect.
Postgraduate Medicine: Endocrine Origins of Rheumatic Disease
Discusses how patients who seek medical attention for a musculoskeletal complaint may have an underlying disorder that has gone undiagnosed.
Sarcoma and Thyroid Disorders. A Common Etiology?
Article examines the observation that sarcoma patients often have a thyroid disorder. [PDF] (April 8, 2002)
The Endocrinologist - Role of Thyroid Disease in the Development of Statin-Induced Myopathy
Abstract article that discusses the risks that may be compounded by the coexistence of hypothyroidism. (September, 2006)
Thyroid Disease, Osteoporosis and Calcium
An in depth discussion from MedicineNet on prevention, therapies, and treatment options.
