For those living with fibromyalgia, the search for effective, med-free pain relief is ongoing. Among emerging options, ice baths are gaining attention. Ice baths can offer temporary relief from chronic fibromyalgia pain by reducing inflammation and nerve sensitivity—learn how long the relief lasts and how to use cold therapy safely. What Is a Fibromyalgia Ice … Read more
Fibromyalgia, a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and sensitivity, affects millions worldwide. Managing its symptoms can be challenging, leading many patients to explore alternative treatments. One such therapy gaining attention is leech therapy, a centuries-old practice with potential benefits for pain and inflammation. Could this natural approach provide relief for fibromyalgia patients? Let’s … Read more
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that can cause a wide range of symptoms, including chronic pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. These symptoms can make it challenging to perform daily tasks, including work. However, many people with fibromyalgia are able to work, and with some adjustments, can manage their symptoms effectively. In this blog post, we’ll … Read more
Light and noise sensitivity in fibromyalgia(FMS) and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) have been scientifically established since the early 1990s, but they’re still underrecognized and rarely make symptoms lists. Rest assured that you’re not alone in experiencing this symptom! When I used to take my kids to daycare, some mornings the noise would hit me like a brick wall. In … Read more
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterised by widespread pain and heightened response to pain. This is accompanied by lack of sleep, fatigue, memory and mood related problems, sensitivity to light, noise or temperature. It has also been associated with anxiety, depression and post traumatic stress disorder. The exact cause is not yet known. Some individuals are … Read more
Thyme is an herb from the mint family. This is a truly ancient herb, used by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans for ceremonial and ritualistic purposes. Through the Middle Ages where it was also used for religious and medicinal reasons. It is incredibly potent yet simple herb affecting multiple systems in the body and capable of … Read more
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain and tenderness in the muscles. It is a neurological disorder which the pain tends to appear and disappear in some regions of the body or over the entire body. It is not caused by autoimmune, inflammation and muscular conditions. The pain is caused by stimulation of nerve cells and increases … Read more
Dealing With Fibromyalgia and Cold I am a baseball mom, soccer mom, Cub Scout mom — I wear a myriad of hats to keep my family going. I am also, unfortunately, a fibro mom, which means I must accomplish all that is required of me while dealing with a varying degree of pain. Little league … Read more
Poor sleep is one of the major consequences of suffering from fibromyalgia. But one thing that a lot of people don’t realize about what is coming between them and good night’s sleep is bedding. Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness in which pain becomes so intense that at times it could be so much difficult to … Read more
Traumatic experiences and stressors in childhood have historically been overlooked as predisposing factors in the development of various chronic pain disorders and psychiatric conditions, including fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, insomnia, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome. However, the tide is turning as research is revealing a significant correlation between childhood trauma and … Read more