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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia covers a spectrum of conditions characterized by widespread pain and fatigue impacting on your quality of life.  It is one of the complex pain conditions that is misunderstood, misdiagnosed and patients are often told “there is nothing we can do”.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia

  • Widespread pain mainly around neck and back and joints
  • Increased sensitivity triggering painful responses
  • Stiffness and muscle spasm leading to constant body ache
  • Extreme fatigue and tiredness
  • Poor sleep hygiene
  • Headaches
  • “Fibro-fog” – affecting cognitive function/ memory
  • Low mood
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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How Fibromyalgia is Treated

  • Establishing a diagnosis and ruling out other conditions
  • Managing co-existing conditions better
  • Identifying pains that could could be targeted
  • Judicious use of medications
  • Having a long term plan
  • Focus on improving quality of life

Success rate and Recovery

Fibromyalgia is one condition where there no specific cause and no “magic bullet” for its treatment.  However, the success in managing it is based on working with the patient using various treatment modalities and ongoing support.  Our philosophy is similar to a personal trainer committed to help you reach your goals which is tailored to you as a person.

What Treatments are Available?

  • The first step is to evaluate and analyses underlying mechanisms
  • Formulate a patient specific management plan
  • Optimize medications and offer the full spectrum of interventions if indicated
  • Access to expert multidisciplinary input
  • IV Detox Therapy
  • CBT for Pain Management
  • Ongoing support with virtual clinics

Frequently Asked Questions

At your earliest convenience. Whether it be a face to face consultation or online, patients are offered appointments within 3-4 days of their request.

A minimum of 3 appointments is usually required, consultation which includes evaluation and treatment plan, treatment, and a follow up appointment. Depending on your progress, we may advise a review in 6-8 weeks to check on your progress.

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