Fibromyalgia Syndrome Treatment in Sinnamon Park

What is Fibromyalgia Syndrome?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes generalised pain and muscle stiffness in many parts of the body.

Fibromyalgia Syndrome is considered as a systemic issue involving biochemical, neuro-endocrine, and physiologic abnormalities, resulting in issues with pain processing and perception.

Fibromyalgia is common and affects around 2-5 in every 100 people, most commonly young to middle-aged women.

What are the symptoms of Fibromyalgia Syndrome?

The common symptoms are:

Other symptoms may include:

• Pain in many different muscles and bones – a deep ache or burning that gets worse with activity or stress. The pain may move around the body
• Being more sensitive to pain
• Tenderness or stiffness in the muscles or bones, lasting for at least 3 months
• Extreme tiredness
• Difficulties in sleeping
• Problems with concentration and memory
• Anxiety, depression or emotional distress
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Restless legs
• Headaches
• Numbness and tingling in the arms and legs
• Muscle stiffness or spasms

Treatment for Fibromyalgia Syndrome

• Patient education
• Activity management
• Soft tissue release
• Aerobic and resistance exercise
• Aquatic therapy