The Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therepeutics provides evidence
thatchiropractic care may offer some relief for those who suffer from figromyalgia.





Fibromyagia sufferes reported less joint pain after being placed on raw-food
vegan diets consisting of fruits, vegetables, legumes, cereals, nuts and seeds.
AND THE CHIROPRACTIC
LIFESTYLE
Fibromyalgia
Options for Relief
Fibromyalgia patients report
greater benefits from lifestyle
modifications and chiropractic
care than from drug intervention.

    A study published in the British Medical Journal reports that patients who participated in aerobic
    exercises twice per week for one hour over a 12 week period, were twice as likely to report feeling
    "much better" or "very much better" than those who did no participate.
"It just hurts
all over..."

    Fibromyalgia is chronic disorder characterized by widespread
    musculoskeletal pain, fatigue and multiple tender points.

    These "tender points refer to sensitivity that occurs in precise
    localized areas, particularly in the neck, spine, shoulders and
    hips.

    People with this syndrome may also experience sleep disturbances,
    morning stiffness, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety and other
    symptoms.

    Tender/trigger points
    are specific sites on the
    body that cause pain
    when pressed.

    There are 9 pairs of
    trigger points. Each pair
    has one point on each
    side of the body for a
    total of 18 points.

    The pain may spread
    when a tender point is
    pressed and trigger pain
    in a large area.
THE CHIROPRACTIC LIFESTYLE

    Chiropractors are experts in the care of the bones, nerves, muscles and
    connective tissue that make up about 60% of your body.

    All of the joints in your body are part of the muscular-skeletal system
    and its optimal function is necessary for overall good health.

    Ask your Doctor of Chiropractic for more information about a care
    program that may include specific spinal adjustments, exercise
    recommendations, nutritional advice or other conservative methods of
    care based on your health history, age current condition and lifestyle.

    References:

    Hains, G., Hains, F., Combined ischemic compression and spinal manipulation in the treatment of
    fibromyalgia: a preliminary estimate of dose and efficacy, Journal of Manipulative and Physiological
    Therapeutics, 23:4, May 2000, pp. 225-30.
     Kaarginen, K., Lammi, K., Hyphen, M., et al. Vegan diet alleviates fibromyalgia symptoms.
    Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology, 2000: 29-308-313.
    Leventhal, L.J., Management of fibromyalgia. Annals of Internal Medicine, 131: 850-858.
    National Institute of Dental Research: (1997). Chronic Disabling Diseases and Disorders: The Challenges
    of Fibromyalgia [on line], Available: http://www.nider.nih.gov/slavkin1197.htm.
    Richards, S.C.M., Scott, D.L., Prescribed exercise in people with fibromyalgia: Parallel group randomized
    controlled trial. British Medical Journal: 2002: 325, pp. 185-188.
    Wolfe, F., Smythe, H.A., Yunus, M.B., Bennett, R.M., Bombadier, C., Goldenberg, D.L., er al.
    The American College Of Rheumotology 1990 criteria for the classification of fibromyalgia: report of
    the multicenter criteria committee. Arthritis Rheum 1990; 33-160-72.

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    According to the American College of Rheumatology, Fibromyalgia affects
    3 to 6 million Americans It primarily occurs in women of childbearing age,
    though men, children, and the elderly may also be affected.

    Currently the exact cause of Fibromyalgia is unknown and because many of
    the symptoms mimic those of other diseases, it is very difficult to diagnose.
    The current criteria for a Fibromyalgia diagnosis includes:

    Widespread joint and muscle pain that has been present for at least three
    months.
    Pain at 11 or more of the 18 specific tender/trigger points when the areas
    are pressed.

    Other symptoms that are less common but can occur are constipation or
    diarrhea, headache, difficulty concentrating, tingling sensations in the hands
    and severe or excessive fatigue.

    Though the cause and cure for Fibromyalgia is not yet known, studies
    suggest that chiropractic care can help provide relief.

    A recent study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics
    stated that more than 6% of the participants who underwent thirty
    chiropractic treatments showed significant reduction is pain intensity and
    improvement in their overall fatigue and quality of sleep.

    Your chiropractor will take a comprehensive approach in evaluating and
    designing a specific care plan for those who suffer from Fibromyalgia.

    Nutrition, exercise and regular chiropractic adjustments have all showed
    to play a role in reducing pain and other symptoms, while improving
    whole body health.

    Schedule an appointment today to discuss Fibromyalgia care options with
    your chiropractor.
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