What is Fibromyalgia or FM?

(Plus...a free symptoms checklist for you!)

How many times do you find yourself getting asked..."So, What is Fibromyalgia, FM or FMS anyway?"

Or how about this question..."Isn’t this condition really all in your head?"

Don’t you just want to scream…I hurt and it is real!!!!!

There is hope !

Fibromyalgia disability affects so many people, yet there is no cure…yet. The good news is you can help yourself by learning ways to manage your chronic pain and learn answers to the question What is Fibromyalgia?

That is what you will find on this website. Chronic Pain Management Support!

Plus...tons of great information and tips that have been used by many of our clients and they have found relief, support, compassion and hope!

We hope you will find the answers you need…we understand.

But, before we go on let’s go back to the question…What is Fibromyalgia or FM?

• Fibromyalgia is a condition or disability that involves chronic muscle pain, trigger points, tender points and non restorative sleep
• Diagnosed when other diseases have been ruled out
• Eleven of eighteen active Fibromyalgia Trigger Points are identified
• Presence of hard areas of tissue or subcutaneous nodules
• Can feel pain throughout body and sometimes in joints

There are many more areas involved and you will find more information throughout this website.

The Nitty-Gritty of FMS

• What are Fibromyalgia Trigger Points and Tender Points?...Trigger Points…Tender Points…it can all get really confusing. Especially, if you are hurting and just want to live a pain-free life! Find out the difference here!
• Symptoms of Fibromyalgia...When was the last time you were free from the debilitating symptoms of Fibromyalgia? Do you know what the most common symptoms are? Learn about them now!
• What Causes Fibromyalgia?...What Causes Fibromyalgia or FM?! The big question! You will know more after reading about it on chronic-pain-management-support!
• Fibromyalgia Headaches...Are you suffering from fibromyalgia headaches? You might be if you have been diagnosed with FMS! It is very common and we understand what you are going through.
• Fibromyalgia Diagnosis...Receiving an official fibromyalgia diagnosis is often a challenge for those that suffer from any of the symptoms of the condition. The Widespread Pain Index and Symptom Severity Diagnostic Tools are explained on this page.

What You Can Do To Feel Better

• Fibromyalgia Exercises...Fibromyalgia Exercises are an important part of your self-help program. There is no question about it. The good news is that exercises can really make you feel better.
• Fibromyalgia Drugs...There are several popular fibromyalgia drugs offered to patients by prescription. Learn about effexor, cymbalta, provigil, neurotin and others...don't wait
• Fibromyalgia Natural Cure...If you are interested in discovering a fibromyalgia natural cure, you will be pleased to know that, after years of research, there are many options available today for your flares!
• FM and Massage Therapy...FMS and massage therapy are a perfect match! This natural cure will help your trigger points and tender points.
• FM Support Groups...Support groups offer those that suffer from this disability many benefits! Learn great tips on how to find FMS clinics to help with your disability! Your " What is Fibromyalgia " questions will be supported here!
• Medicine for FM...Learn how to choose medicine for FMS if you suffer from FMS flares! Effexor for fibromyalgia, cymbalta, provigil, and neurotin info to treat you condition!
• FMS and Yoga...Yoga is considered to be beneficial according to many patients and medical professionals that specialize in this chronic condition. If you suffer from fibromyalgia and find that it is difficult to engage in exercise yoga may be just the right thing for you!

What is Fibromyalgia?...Confusions and Connections

• Fibromyalgia and Multiple Sclerosis...Medical professionals have established that fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis are quite similar when it comes to symptoms, limitations, and the potential for disability. Learn how they are confused and what you can do about it!
• Lupus Fibromyalgia Connection... Recently many individuals have been discussing the lupus fibromyalgia connection. Have you been asking yourself…Is this a new medical condition? Actually, lupus fibromyalgia is not a new medical condition, it is a term used to describe similarities of two unique medical conditions.Learn more here!
• FMS and Menopause... It has been established that up to ninety percent of all sufferers of fibromyalgia are women. Additionally, most of these women are considered to be menopausal.Conditions of fibromyalgia and menopause often seem to occur at the same time! Learn more here!

Our Free Gift To You! A fibromyalgia symptom checklist! You can print this checklist out, mark what applies to you and bring it to your doctor's appointment.

Let’s get started now and restore the quality of your life!

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