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Fibromyalgia is one of the most common chronic pain
conditions presently affecting many individuals. According to the American
College of Rheumatology, approximately 1 in 50 Americans currently suffer from
fibromyalgia. The condition can be challenging to properly diagnose and it can
cause chronic symptoms which can last up to several months and even years.
Fibromyalgia is commonly characterized by widespread body pain which may usually
develop tenderness that can cause pain with the slightest amount of applied
pressure.
Individuals who’ve been diagnosed with the condition have a
variety of traditional and alternative treatment options available. Managing
the symptoms of fibromyalgia through traditional approaches include
anti-inflammatory prescriptions, sleep medications, and muscle relaxers. Many individuals
generally prefer to use natural remedies instead of or in addition to
traditional medications, such as vitamin therapy, acupuncture, and meditation.
But, one of the most common treatments that people with fibromyalgia seek is
chiropractic care. Chiropractic treatment offers many benefits towards
relieving the condition and its painful symptoms.
The most challenging complication pertaining to individuals
who suffer from fibromyalgia involves the constant and persistent pain, which
can often affect the entire body for weeks or months. Despite initially seeking
care for their symptoms, many individuals receiving chiropractic care for their
fibromyalgia pain may experience overall health benefits as well.
Through chiropractic treatment, a chiropractor will focus on
adjusting the spine and improving the body’s natural alignment by also providing
a variety of soft tissue manual manipulations. Chiropractors can help
individuals with the condition in order to reduce the painful pressure points
usually associated with fibromyalgia. A variety of people diagnosed with
fibromyalgia look for relief through chiropractic treatment options and find a
decrease in the tender spots.
Chiropractors are also able to restore an individual’s
natural range of motion by adjusting the body’s joints and helping them reduce
their body’s stiffness as a result of the condition. For individuals with
fibromyalgia, this can often times allow them to move more easily.
Occasionally, it may take several treatments to see considerable results and it’s
essential for individuals to be patient and committed to their chiropractic
treatment for their fibromyalgia symptoms.
Because of the pain and other symptoms associated with
fibromyalgia, its not uncommon for individuals to also experience constant lack
of sleep. Along with the common symptoms of the condition, being unable to
sleep properly can also present other issues including fatigue and changes in
mood. By working with a chiropractor to loosen the joints and manage the tender
areas, individuals suffering from the condition can gradually begin to enjoy
deeper sleep and stay asleep longer.
Sometimes, medicines can counteract with each other or mix
together and cause side effects. Chiropractic care can be utilized alongside medications
or other remedies an individual may already be using for their fibromyalgia
without the chance of developing adverse effects. An individual diagnosed with
the condition should speak with their chiropractor to discuss the various ways
to relieve their symptoms. A treatment regimen should be built on a
case-by-case basis designed to the specific needs of an individual.
Individuals who must manage this painful, chronic illness
can often become frustrated with which treatment options to follow in order to
achieve relief from their symptoms and many might also feel like they have no
control over their specific circumstances. Unfortunately, these feelings can
create stress and lead to depression which can greatly affect the individual’s overall
ability to improve their condition. By working with a chiropractor, individuals
can feel more in charge of their pain management and more optimistic throughout
their recovery.
It’s important for individuals who are diagnosed with
fibromyalgia to learn that there are many treatment options available to them
for pain management. Chiropractic care is a valuable tool to treat the symptoms
of fibromyalgia. For individuals who commit to their treatments, they will be
able to experience the benefits of less pain, greater mobility, and better
sleep.
By Dr. Alex Jimenez
