fibromyalgia and smoking pot probably isnt the best combo right?

Answer 1

actually, it helps with the pain quite a bit!!

Answer 2

Not really. Actually, there are better ways to treat Fibromyalgia. My preferred method is Acupuncture.

Fibromyalgia is the second most common rheumatic disorder in the United States behind arthritis, according to the American College of Rheumatology!

People diagnosed with fibromyalgia experience a wide range os symptoms, including fatigue, pain, stiffness, aches and muscle tenderness, along with sleep disorders and intestinal and bowel troubles.

The diagnosis of fibromyalgia can be confirmed when 11 out of 18 specific points on the body are tender to pressure. Interestingly, some of these tender points closely correspond to the location of ancient acupuncture points.

So how can acupuncture and Chinese medicine help? According to the theories of acupuncture and Chinese medicine, an imbalance in the flow of Qi can create symptoms and signs that reflect a Western diagnosis of fibromyalgia.

Qi (pronounced "chee") is the energy or the power that animates and supports the functions of the body. It flows through specific pathways, called meridians, and provides nourishment for the entire body.

When Qi is abundant and freely circulating throughout the body, there is health and pain-free living. When Qi becoms "blocked," or the supply is inadequate, pain, stiffness and other symptoms related to fibromyalgia can appear.

What does an acupuncturist do? An acupuncturist will take a complete health history in order to find out where Qi has become blocked, and/or why the amound of Qi within the body has changed. He or she will then develop a treatment plan tailored to address the meridian pathways that are out of balance. The goal of such a plan will be to eliminate visible symptoms, while addressing the root cause(s) and underlying imbalances.

What is "out-of-balance?" The body constantly strives to maintain a healthy balance of Qi traveling through meridian pathways. When the flow of Qi has been disrupted, or the suply of Qi has changed, the body becomes unbalanced and the meridians cannot properly nourish the body. This is when signs and symptoms appear.

Most cases of fibromyalgia fit into the Chinese diagnosis of a Liver, Spleen, and/or Heart disharmony. This doesn't mean that these organs have a "problem," it means that the "functions" of these organ/meridian pathways according to Chinese medical diagnosis are out of balance.

The funcitons related to the Liver organ, according to Chinese medicine, are to control the smooth flow of blood, Qi, and emotions and to nourish the tendons. When the Liver meridian becomes "blocked" there will be an inadequate supply of blood and Qi flowing throughout the body. The tendons and muscles will not be properly nourished, leading to stiffness and pain. Other symptoms of a "blocked" Liver are depression, anger, anxiety, and insomnia. A Liver imblance may be caused by improper diet, stress, deep, unexpressed anger, drugs, and alcohol.

The Chinese function of the Spleen is to transform the food that we digest into Qi and blood. The health of the Spleen is affected by diet, over-concentration, and worry. An unbalanced Spleen can result in fatigue, digestive troubles, muscle stiffness, and pain.

Where there is an insufficient amount of Qi and blood produced by the Spleen, the Heart organ will be affected. The role of the Heart is to pump blood throughout the body. It is also considered to be the home of the Spirit. If the Spleen cannot generate enough blood to nourish the Heart, the Heart Qi does not have enough control to properly house the Spirit. Symptoms can include anxiety, palpitations, insomnia, and emotional unrest.

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can provide a safe alternative in the effective treatment of fibromyalgia. Along with acupuncture, natural herbal formulas, dietary recommendations and calming exercises can also help promote balance and health.

In November 1997, the National Institutes of Health (NIH), stated that acupuncture could be effective in treating fibromyalgia. Not only can it treat the pain and discomfort, but it can also address the underlying problems that have caused the imbalance.

Answer 3

If fibromyalgia is a PHYSICAL illness, then it's o.k. to smoke pot.
If fibromyalgia is a MENTAL disorder, then it's not o.k.
And since according to a lot of researchers and physicians the jury is still out on which kind of disease this is, better be safe than sorry and drop the pot!

Answer 4

Thats right, cuz pot is a toxin. They have no explanation for Fibro, but docs say that toxins can make these things worse.

Although sometimes itll get me up more, its still NOT good.

Answer 5

I think it would help with pain. It can help a person relax some, and try to rest.
I just wished they would legalize it everywhere. Good luck to ya!!

Answer 6

So many people are doing this for pain management, it must help them.

Answer 7

you got it that can kill very quickley. in my opion?