Overview

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points in specific anatomical regions. It is a condition that leads to pain, disability, and a lower quality of life. It is seen more frequently in women than in men.

Symptoms

The most common symptoms of fibromyalgia
Pain, stiffness, and tenderness throughout the body
Fatigue and a feeling of exhaustion
Depression and anxiety
Sleep problems
Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration
Headaches
Abdominal bloating, constipation, and even irritable bowel syndrome
Temporomandibular joint syndrome (jaw problems)
Tingling or numbness in the hands and feet

Causes

Looking at it broadly, the causes of fibromyalgia include;
Sleep disturbance
Disturbance of the nervous and hormonal systems
Overactivity of the sympathetic system
Impaired pain perception, that is, a lowered pain tolerance
Stress and anxiety disorders experienced after stressful and traumatic events
Family history, having fibromyalgia in the family background
Causes such as obesity can be listed.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of fibromyalgia syndrome is based on the patient's detailed history, physical examination, X-rays, and blood work results.

Treatment

In fibromyalgia, the assessment and treatment of the patient should be patient-centered and a multidisciplinary approach should be applied. Managing pain and improving sleep quality should be the first step of treatment.

Depending on the symptoms that arise and their severity, pharmacological (medication-based) and non-pharmacological (medication-free) methods should be determined on an individual basis. Pharmacologically, analgesics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antidepressants, sedatives, and anxiolytics are used.

In medication-free treatment, various complementary medicine methods can be applied in combination, most notably patient education, aerobic exercise, manual therapy, cognitive and behavioral therapies, physical therapy methods, and neural therapy. In addition, as recommended for nearly every condition, healthy and balanced nutrition, staying away from foods that acidify the body, drinking enough water, and getting adequate rest are among the most effective protective measures.

What We Do

First, following our doctor's examination, we apply the following physical therapy methods;
Heat agents
Graston and cupping massage for relaxation
Dry needling and acupuncture at the relevant trigger points
Stretching and relaxation exercises for the muscles
We provide the necessary relief through manual therapy and chiropractic methods.

Fibromyalgia Treatment