I was reading an online article from Dr. Richard Podell, who is a clinical professor at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, on alterantive treatments for depression, anxiety and stress. Dr. Podell is a specialist in … [Read more...] about Alternative Treatments for Depression, Anxiety & Stress
Fibromyalgia Treatments
National Fibromyalgia Association: Fibro-Friendly Exercise
From the rush of endorphins to the strengthening of muscles, exercise is an excellent way for people with fibromyalgia to help themselves feel betterand study after study has proven exactly that. But knowing exercise can … [Read more...] about National Fibromyalgia Association: Fibro-Friendly Exercise
Heavy Metal Detox in Fibromyalgia
One feature of Fibromyalgia is that chronic infections, either viral or bacterial, are often present. There are several reasons, including the presence of heavy metals in the body; bacteria can use the toxic heavy metals as … [Read more...] about Heavy Metal Detox in Fibromyalgia
Light Therapy May Be Helpful for Disrupted Sleep in ME/CFS & FM
One of the most common complaints from Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS patients is the fact that we can't sleep normally. We tend to have disrupted sleep and we also find that we want to sleep when we should be awake and we want to … [Read more...] about Light Therapy May Be Helpful for Disrupted Sleep in ME/CFS & FM
FDA Defers Final Action for Milnacipran for Fibromyalgia
On October 1st, I wrote a post on how there was a possible third Fibromyalgia drug in the works of being FDA approved (see my post HERE). Karen Richards on Chronic Pain Connection reported yesterday that the FDA has informed … [Read more...] about FDA Defers Final Action for Milnacipran for Fibromyalgia
Possible Third Fibromyalgia Drug To Possibly Be Approved
There may possibly be a new drug that will be FDA approved to treat Fibromyalgia. Karen Lee Richards from Chronic Pain Connectionwrites that she has been watching the drug Milnaciprin over the years as it has made its way … [Read more...] about Possible Third Fibromyalgia Drug To Possibly Be Approved
Cymbalta Under FDA Investigation
Cymbalta, which is used to treat Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS patients, is one of 20 drugs currently under investigation by the FDA. It is under investigation due to the possibility of urinary retention. To better inform the … [Read more...] about Cymbalta Under FDA Investigation
Hopeful Physical Therapy Treatment For Fibromyalgia Patients
A physical therapist at Cedars-Sinai hospital has been able to help ease the pain of Fibromyalgia patients through physcial therapy even though they haven't responded elsewhere. Mima Siegel, PT, is asenior physical therapist … [Read more...] about Hopeful Physical Therapy Treatment For Fibromyalgia Patients
Video Games May Help CFS & Fibromyalgia Patients
I know it sounds odd, but according to this article I read, video games may be what us ME/CFS & FM patients need to help ease our symptoms. The article states that different studies have shown playing video games can be … [Read more...] about Video Games May Help CFS & Fibromyalgia Patients
Study: Amitriptyline May Offer Short-Term Relief in FM for Sleep & Pain
Amitriptyline (Elavil) has been used as a sleep aid and pain reliever treatment for Fibromyalgia patients over the years. ForFM patients who do not suffer from depression, Elavil is also used to help with fatigue. My doctor … [Read more...] about Study: Amitriptyline May Offer Short-Term Relief in FM for Sleep & Pain