The support of family and friends is important to those who have fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions. We encourage family and friends of a loved one with fibromyalgia to educate
You probably gave up on over the counter (OTC) drugs long ago, at least when it comes to managing the major symptoms of fibromyalgia (FMS) and chronic fatigue syndrome
As an alumna of a top 20 university, the pressure to succeed in life is immense. Most of it is self-driven, though as a person with fibromyalgia, I know
Knowing the specific pain patterns of each muscle gives you many advantages over your competition and allows you to most effectively apply your specialized skills. This knowledge allows you
Stage 1 You started experiencing pain and fatigue more than before, you’re not sure what is going on but you hurt and you are tired. You can hold a
A new research study revealed that the practice of mindfulness can help people with long-term conditions better manage their disease and have more control. Patients with conditions like fibromyalgia
Patients with fibromyalgia (FM) also may develop primary hyperparathyroidism (PHP), a disease that shares several symptoms with FM, according to a study by Brazilian researchers. The study, “High Frequency Of
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have discovered a brain signature that identifies fibromyalgia (FM) patients with 93 percent accuracy. The discovery opens possibilities for improved fibromyalgia diagnosis and treatments in the future.
A common feature that most fibromyalgia patients have is diffuse pain that affects a large part of the body. This disconcerting symptom often accompanies morning stiffness, paresthesias in the
As I imagine would be true for most people, chronic illness took me by surprise. Here’s seven ways in which fibromyalgia radically changed (overtook?) my life: 1. I was unprepared for the
When our lives have been so devastatingly altered by chronic pain and illness, with not a single facet untouched, the support we receive from friends and family becomes all the more
Having fibromyalgia is usually a life-altering condition. But what happens when your family isn’t supportive? You might feel as if you can’t ask for the fibromyalgia support you so
Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome can affect every area of your life, right down to the most ordinary tasks of daily life. Sometimes, you might be surprised by how
Anyone with fibromyalgia is familiar with the chronic pain and fatigue that often accompany this disorder — which affects about 5 million Americans, primarily women. But feelings of pain
When it comes to fibromyalgia treatments, there are drugs, alternative remedies, and lifestyle habits that may help decrease pain and improve sleep. Your fibromyalgia specialist may prescribe pain medication
y now you have probably guessed I am a big fan of Dr. William Rawls and his book “Suffered Long Enough.” I began following the protocol Dr. Rawls sets
