2006-12-09 13:33:53 · 9 answers · asked by JENIIFER G 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
~You could ask your doctor for something stronger, but I think you'll have pain anyhow. It doesn't take all the pain away, sorry.~
2006-12-09 14:48:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many theories about what causes fibromyalgia, and things to do to ease the pain of it. One consistant thing that I have heard from doctors is to have daily exercise, and eat a healthy diet. As a massage therapist, I think that these two things are vital for anyone, espeically if they have this condition. Keep to whole foods (foods that look the way they were picked when you eat them) stay away from soda, and drink plenty of water. I also have heard that you should make sure that you are getting enough calcium in your diet, and this makes sense, since it is the molecule that triggers muscle movement.
Of course, massage therapy is a nice addition to this, however most insurance companies will not assist in the payment of regular massage. to get a little more value, you might try finding a massage school around your area and see if they take clients for student massages. (25.00 is an average price for a one hour massage). This not only gives your relief, but also provides a great learning experience for the students that are working on you.
Good luck, and take care!
2006-12-09 13:42:07 · answer #2 · answered by angrywomaninc 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take magnesium 250 mg 3x daily and malic acid 1000-1200 mg twice daily; also take MSM 500 mg on day one and increase dose daily by 500 mg til you take 10000 mg
(10 grams) daily divided in 3-4 doses. A good high potency multiple vitamin with minerals would be a good idea too. You should take 500 mg of calcium for each 250 mg of magnesium you take, for balance.
Good luck!
2006-12-09 13:53:44 · answer #3 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're gonna hate me... but please hear me out.
My mother's FM acted up bigtime in response to stress, anxiety, etc.
We all know that when people are under stress and anxiety, their body suffers, right? And FM patients are no different.
I'm not at all saying that FM is in your head, or that you're a psycho, or whatever. I'm saying that FM patients need to pay special attention to stress and anxiety, and seek counseling to address any long-term issues that they might have. This is akin to diabetics who have to watch their diet, or gall bladder patients who have to watch their fat intake, etc.
So there you have it. You will feel much better if you work w/ a therapist to address those life-long baggage deals, as well as the stress caused by FM.
2006-12-09 14:03:37 · answer #4 · answered by geek49203 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your doctor if you can take extra Tylenol for the pain. There is so much pain with this problem, maybe you can take extra prescription medicine
2006-12-09 14:16:18 · answer #5 · answered by Wicked 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps your Dr. can refer you to a pain specialist.
2006-12-09 13:39:31 · answer #6 · answered by joye6877 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the above person above. I am also a massage therapist. Massage will be very beneficial for your condition.
2006-12-09 13:50:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
nuerontin helps some and cymbalta, regular exercise, don't eat anything your brain doesn't recognize as food. I hope you feel better.
2006-12-09 17:53:27 · answer #8 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your doctor what you can do for pain
2006-12-09 13:36:27 · answer #9 · answered by Linda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋