Fibromyalgia Specialist

What is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes a loss of the ability to move comfortably due to stiffness, pain, and fatigue. Additional symptoms may include: depression, moodiness, and sleep disturbances.

What causes Fibromyalgia?

While the cause of fibromyalgia is not entirely understood, some research suggests that this condition affects how your brain processes pain signals. The condition may be triggered by injury, infection or illness, stress, or genetic. FIbromyalgia is especially prevalent among those who also suffer from, osteoarthritis, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis.

What are the symptoms of Fibromyalgia?

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia can present as:

• Chronic muscle pain
  
• Sleep problems
  
• Migraines
  
• Recurrent abdominal pain
  
• Fatigue
  
• Tender and painful points on your body
  
• Dry eyes
  
• Irritable bowels
  

The most common denominator when discussing fibromyalgia is pain, fatigue, and notifiable stiffness. Most people also experience severe insomnia.

How is Fibromyalgia at the Magnolia Medical Group?

While there is no current cure for fibromyalgia, it’s debilitating symptoms can be effectively managed. At Magnolia Medical our fibromyalgia patients have had amazing results with such diverse treatment options as;

• Sarapin® injections
  
• Vitamin infusions
  
• Chiropractic alignments
  
• Manual trigger point therapy
  
• Muscle dialysis
  

Other key treatments for fibromyalgia are exercise, rest/sleep, stress reduction and additional medicines. A combination of treatments can be the best way to help you live with your fibromyalgia as comfortably as possible.

What are Sarapin® injections?

Sarapin® Injections are a natural type of an injectable painkiller. They work by targeting C-type nerves from the body. They are injected straight to the painful area and provide quick and natural pain relief. Sarapin® injections can help with most chronic pain, not just fibromyalgia.
How can chiropractic care help my fibromyalgia?

Yes. For some people chiropractic adjustments are helpful. Realigning your back and neck can relieve stress, and increase blood flow to your central nervous system which in turn can decrease or entirely treat the pain associated with fibromyalgia.