Archive for July, 2010

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Can a Gluten-Free Diet Eliminate Symptoms of Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue … - About - News & Issues (blog)

Can a Gluten-Free Diet Eliminate Symptoms of Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue
About - News & Issues (blog)
For me, cutting out gluten hasn't impacted my fibromyalgia symptoms — it only cleared up my gluten-related symptoms, which were digestive issues,

Pain from fibromyalgia, myofascial not the same - Daytona Beach News-Journal

Pain from fibromyalgia, myofascial not the same
Daytona Beach News-Journal
Moreover, myofascial pain symptoms may also be perpetuated or amplified by central sensitization. Some patients with fibromyalgia experience the presence of

Twenty-five Action Items to Assist Gulf War Veterans - Veterans Today Network


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Twenty-five Action Items to Assist Gulf War Veterans
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that it has been easier to get rated for PTSD while significant health problems CFS, fibromyalgia, all the other symptoms were not rated and or denied.

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Caffeine for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - About - News & Issues (blog)

Caffeine for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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I've eliminated it from my diet twice to gauge the effect and saw no difference whatsoever in fibromyalgia symptoms or sleep problems (once the withdrawal

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Irritable bowel syndrome associated with brain changes - Los Angeles Times


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Irritable bowel syndrome associated with brain changes
Los Angeles Times
A link between the brain and chronic pain has been identified in other disorders, such as lower back pain, migraines, fibromyalgia and hip pain.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome in the BrainMedscape

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Natural approaches provide relief for fibromyalgia sufferers - The Mercury

Natural approaches provide relief for fibromyalgia sufferers
The Mercury
When under prolonged stress, the immune system becomes weakened and coupled with cortisol imbalances can contribute to the symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

Is Fibromyalgia Simply in Your Head, or is it Real?
The title of this article may seem, on the surface, insulting to anyone who has had to cope with the complaints associated with fibromyalgia. However, its good to ask the question, even if only for the purpose of answering the critics, i.e. those who doubt the existence of fibromyalgia and assign it

Causes of Fibromyalgia
Although there is no exact treatment for fibromyalgia, but some preventive measures can be taken to get rid of it. Presently doctors are concentrating on managing pain, relaxing muscles and reduced depression. Doctors prescribe patients, low-stress exercises such as walking, swimming, water aerobics

What Can Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia Offer?
Researchers have found that at least three million people suffer from fibromyalgia. Others suggest the number is closer to eight or nine million. Thousands are now finding relief with acupuncture for fibromyalgia. The American College of Rheumatology reports that fibromyalgia is second only to art

Characteristics of Fibromyalgia Treatments
Fibromyalgia is a serious neurological condition that causes pain in the musculoskeletal system. People who suffer from fibromyalgia also feel pain in the tendons, ligaments and the areas of the joints. Another characteristic of fibromyalgia is a pronounced state of fatigue that takes over the entir

Popular Myths and Misconceptions about Fibromyalgia
Due to poor understanding of the phenomenon and due to over promotion of various unfunded theories on fibromyalgia, many people have assimilated denatured ideas regarding the disorder. There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding the concept of fibromyalgia and it is very important to separat