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10 Do and Don’t Tips from a Chronic Pain Patient
A really important read for anyone treating patients with chronic pain. “Talk less, listen more.” Understand the story; validate; educate… and importantly, learn from patients. A Letter to Pain Providers: 10 Do and Don’t Tips from a Chronic Pain Patient … Continue reading
Preparing for your appointment
Because many of the signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia are similar to various other disorders, you may see several doctors before receiving a diagnosis. Your family physician may refer you to a doctor who specializes in the treatment of arthritis … Continue reading
How to Explain Pain to your Doctor (video)
Doctor Andrea Furlan explains a method to talk to your doctor about your pain. The S.O.C.R.A.T.E.S method stands for: S: SiteO: OnsetC: CharacteristicsR: RadiationA: Associated SymptomsT: TimeE: Exacerbating factorsS: Severity https://youtu.be/eZP8oMUeyF4
Possible Causes of Fibromyalgia
Several Factors May Play a Part in Causing Fibromyalgia Experts have a number of theories about the possible causes of fibromyalgia. But they do not yet know its exact cause. It’s likely that a number of factors may trigger and … Continue reading
Fibromyalgia Tips for Those Diagnosed
Real Tips From Real People With Fibromyalgia Check with your health care provider first before beginning any exercise program. Sharon’s tips Valerie’s tips Beverley’s tips Sylvia’s tips Tom’s tips LaReeia’s tips LaFreeia’s tips Frank’s tips Karla’s tips Olga’s tips Debbie’s … Continue reading
Living with Fibromyalgia
You Can Actively Work to Reduce Your Fibromyalgia Symptoms Life with fibromyalgia can be a challenge. But you can take steps to proactively manage your health—and your life. Action is empowering. Your doctor is your most important resource. Work closely … Continue reading
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Ten Important Fibromyalgia Facts
Ten Important Fibromyalgia Facts ALWAYS believe in yourself emotionally and physically. No one can tell you what you are experiencing is not real! FM is a chronic medical disorder just like diabetes, hypertension, & asthma. While there are still gaps in … Continue reading
Why does it hurt?
Researchers believe repeated nerve stimulation causes the brains of people with fibromyalgia to change. This change involves an abnormal increase in levels of certain chemicals in the brain that signal pain (neurotransmitters). In addition, the brain’s pain receptors seem to … Continue reading
Understanding Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts longer than 3 months. That’s the main symptom of fibromyalgia: widespread muscle pain and tenderness that lasts longer than 3 months. Widespread pain is defined as pain both above and below the … Continue reading