The American Pain Foundation and the National Fibromyalgia Association surveyed over 3,000 people diagnosed with fibromyalgia and/or experiencing chronic pain. This was done to collect data on how these conditions affect daily life. Nearly all respondents, 92% in total, reported their conditions as having a significant impact on major life decisions. Fibromyalgia and chronic pain…
Can staying positive do anything for your fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a rare condition affecting 2-8% of the population with common symptoms of chronic pain, brain fog, and fatigue. Those of us with the condition, myself included, find everyday tasks extremely challenging. “Simply” getting out of bed in the morning to take medication is a hurdle…
Emotions can make life beautiful, enjoyable, and extremely human. So what about when it comes to emotions and fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia and chronic pain result in heightened or unexpected emotions. Today, we’re looking at the science behind emotions, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain. We’re also looking at how to best handle and persevere through unexpected emotions every…
Is it that time of year again? Time for your regular doctor’s visit and check-up, dentist tooth cleaning, or even blood test? For many of us, doctor’s appointments are extremely scary. We know that a doctor’s appointment is a good thing that can help keep us healthy and prevent future sicknesses. Yet actually following through…
I get it. When you’re living with fibromyalgia and experiencing extreme muscle pain and fatigue, exercise is the last thing you feel like doing. However, light exercise can actually greatly reduce fibromyalgia symptoms and make walks of life comfier and safer for you too. Adding even the littlest bit of movement in the beginning will…
Fibromyalgia is a fatiguing condition. Worse yet, the condition makes you tired but can also rob you of your ability to sleep well in the form of insomnia. Today, we’re exploring the relationship between the two and what we can possibly do to reduce symptoms each and every day. Fibromyalgia and Spoon Theory Fibromyalgia doesn’t…
