Metta Topic - Fibromyalgia


Fibromyalgia

Tlesley wrote on the 02 May 2003

I have fibromyalgia and never know when I am going to have a day filled with pain and fatigue or a good day that I can do the things that I need and want to do. Does anyone have any suggestions or knowledge about fibromyalgia? I am presently taking Valium for the muscle spasms and aspirins for the pain. Aspirins are not taking care of the pain so I find myself trying to sleep it off. I do not like the feeling of pain relievers so I do not take them. Any suggestions?

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Fibromyalgia

Lynsey responded on the 07 October 2003

Are or were you the type of person who puts others first and feels a need to help people all the time no matter what? If so you could be an incarnated angel. If this sounds too flaky to you, then you might want to read the book Earth Angels by Doreen Virtue Phd. She is a psychotherapist/intuitive and has written many books and teaches workshops etc. In the book I mentioned there are some self-help books and useful websites for support groups. Also it might help you to pray to Archangel Rapheal for healing. (I know, this might also sound flaky to you - the choice is yours) I wish you all the best. Love & Light.

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Fibromyalgia

Jerry Vest responded on the 16 October 2003

"Dogs like to be petted, cats love to slink up against your leg, why wouldn’t it make sense that humans also respond to the power of touch! In today’s guarded society where teachers cannot hug their students and sexual harassment looms over the work place, the benefits of touch are sometimes forgotten. On going research by New Mexico State University, Professor Emeritus, Gerald W. Vest, ACSW/LISW/LMT, shows that proper breathing techniques and a systematic process of appropriately performed touch, will “improve the overall health of a patient.” (Abstracted - National Fibromyalsia Newletter) Do visit the NFN for articles related to your question. Also, my website has some very good links to resources. http://pages.zdnet.com/jerryvest

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Darla responded on the 22 November 2003

I have had fibromyalgia and in the process of ridding it from my body. I have come a long long way with the help of a physical therapist who does a technique called Mechanical Link. It is taught by the Upledger institute and lists practitioners by state on their website. http://www.upledger.com For the last few months my physical therapist has been doing a new technique, which she feels is even better, called body talk. http://www.bodytalksystem.com I am feeling pretty much painfree except for my arms, which are strained due to doing too much activities. My energy level is very good. And all-in-all, I am happy and healing. Love and Light. Darla NE Iowa

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Fibromyalgia

Lucienne responded on the 06 February 2004

Hi, I have been diagnosed w/fibro also years ago. I have learned to prevent flare ups the best I can. I take low dose of amitripyline (has to be prescribed by doctor)at night before going to bed. This helps me get the deep sleep people like us need. You unfortunetly also have to be on a certain regimine of what time you go to sleep. Same time each night. I also try to get a massage every two weeks through my Chropractors office,drink alot of water to release the toxins after a massage. Take vitimins and increase calcium. If I stay with these things and streching or yoga I manage pretty well.

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Fibromyalgia

CLAIRE responded on the 29 May 2005

I can sympathise with your predicament, i have suffered for two years with fibromyalgia, and also do not get on well with analgesia, they leave me feeling very sick. Diclofenac is an anti inflammaory pain killer which can be given as a supposotory, although fibromyalgia is not an inflammatory disease you may find some relief. lots of NHS trust have pain clinics, if you haven't been already ask your gp for a referal. However (and i know this is easier said than done) but gentle excercise definatly helps my pain, swimming is good because the water takes the stress off of the body. I also visit a hydrotherapy group taken by trained physiotherapists which i also find relief from. Getting into a regular sleeping pattern (possibly by using sedatives, ie amytripyline)is also very benefical for combating pain by restoring your system. however if you work early in the mornings they can leave you feeling hung over. Good luck i hope you find some relief from something

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Fibromyalgia

Don Courtney responded on the 14 January 2006

I have recently become a product distributor for a company distributing natural products. These products have helped a few individuals I know who have similar symptoms. as you. I can't guaruntee they will help 100% but I would be glad to send you a 4 day supply, along with a catalog that gives an overview into the science behind the products. I distibute these free of charge, so do not feel bound to anything. E-mail me your mailing address or phone number and I can find out where to send the products.

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