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Post by SAR01 on Jan 2, 2019 10:33:18 GMT -5
healthiculture.com/opioid-painkillers-for-fibromyalgia/eople with fibromyalgia often turn to painkillers for temporary treatment. A lot of times, heavy doses of painkillers may seem to be the only thing that can effectively relieve you of pain. But is the use of opioid painkillers for fibromyalgia safe? If not, are there other alternatives? Read on to find out. How Do Opioid Painkillers For fibromyalgia Work? Opioid is a type of drug that is derived from opium, thus, the name. As you probably already know, opium is a powerful and addictive substance. The substance is so powerful to the point that it suppresses the activity of one’s central nervous system. Your nervous system consists of the networks of nerves that send signals to each other at a high speed. The drug works by getting in between these connections and attaching itself into the nerve cells, which is called the opioid receptors. This is what prevents your nerves from receiving pain signals, and thus making opioid an effective painkiller. Opioids also target some other areas of your brain, like the brainstem, which is what regulates your and lungs. This is what makes them dangerous. more at link
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 4, 2019 18:34:23 GMT -5
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 10, 2019 12:50:10 GMT -5
link6 Things You Need to Tell Yourself to Cope with Fibromyalgia Do you know if you’re coping well with fibromyalgia? Here are 6 things you need to tell yourself to help you cope with fibromyalgia. Sponsored Links 1. Do Not Let Pain Stress You Out Stress is one of the speculated causes of fibromyalgia. Persistent stress can mess up the hormones regulating pain, sleep and mood. Moreover, the chronic illness does not make it any easier with the haunting symptoms of aches and fatigue putting more stress on the patient. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America estimates that 20% of fibromyalgia patients also suffer from anxiety and depression. Learning to cope with the stress and emotional problems of fibromyalgia is as important, if not more important, as coping with the physical pain. Studies have found that anxiety caused by the anticipation of pain is more detrimental than the pain itself. Learn to keep yourself relaxed and stress-free. Try adopting stress coping skills such as breathing exercises, laughter therapy, yoga, aromatherapy, and meditation. 2. It is Okay to Talk about Your Condition and Ask for Help Get as much help and support as you can from your loved ones, family and friends. Communicate your condition, your feeling and your frustrations to them so that they know what you are going through and know how they can help you even if it is just lending you listening ear. Do not shy away from your family and friends because you think that they do not understand your condition. Bottling all your feelings and frustration is the first step into falling into depression. Do not feel ashamed to ask for help from your family members or a hired hand to run errands or do household chores whenever needed. 3. Stay Positive and Keep Life in Perspective We know it is hard.. but try your best to stay as positive as possible and avoid negative emotions like frustration, anger or resentment. No one is completely free of pain or stress, and life can be unfair to others in different ways. Although fibromyalgia haunts you with pain and other symptoms, keep in mind that the pain condition can be managed, controlled and sent into remission. Unlike cancer, it is not a fatal illness. There is a chance that you can revert to your normal life if you learn how to manage it and commit yourself to getting better through therapy, diet or exercise. According to Mayo Clinic, fibromyalgia patients have experienced improvement in quality of life with certain treatments and therapies, despite having no known cure for fibromyalgia. 4. Learn to Say No to Social Request or Events With fibromyalgia the amount of energy you have is limited. Hence, it is important to spend the little energy and time that you have wisely. Social request or event is the last thing you want to use your energy on because these social activities can be time consuming, tiring and/or stressful. Learn to say no to people or things which are not important in your life and do not feel bad about it. Keep your time and energy on yourself and the people who matters the most 5. Keep Yourself Organized with a Day Planner Keeping a day planner or organizer is an effective way to ensure that you are using your time and energy efficiently. Studies suggest that fibromyalgia patients spend 30% more time on personal care activities as compared to a healthy person. Determining where you spend the most time and energy on and working out a more efficient way to carry out the task can give you more time for relaxing activities. An organizer can also double as a pain and food journal to help you keep track of what you are eating and your pain response to your pills, food or the day’s activities. With this, you can look out for food or activities that worsen your pain and symptoms or vice versa. Another advantage of keeping an organizer is that it can help you remember important things that needs to be attended to which can sometimes be hard with fibro fog. 6. Take One Day at a Time Live today and stop worrying for tomorrow. Savour the good days and tell yourself you will make it through on bad days. Always make time for relaxation and enjoyable activities in your daily schedule like watching a comedy, reading, taking a warm bath etc. Talk to positive friends or family members and spend quality time with people you love. Don’t stop doing things that makes you happy.
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 14, 2019 13:22:49 GMT -5
Visceral painsFibromyalgia patients are very familiar with pain. Living with this chronic condition can lead to several painful symptoms. Are you aware that pain is available in different forms? In an effort to help people suffering from chronic pain, doctors came up with a system for classifying pain. One of the categories is known as visceral pain. This pain is among the most painful of all and can indicate serious problems with the body. What Is Visceral Pain? Pain is classified into two major categories – neuropathic and nociceptive. Nociceptive pain refers to the normal response of the body against an injury as a result of the damage to the body tissues. On the other hand, neuropathic pain comes from the nervous system. Visceral pain falls under nociceptive pain which mostly originates from within the body tissues. Visceral pain generally affects the body’s inner organs also known as viscera. This refers to the organs within the abdomen such as the kidneys, lungs, and liver. Due to the way our nerves form around the viscera, the inner organs feel pain differently from other parts of the body. For instance, these organs feel more pain when being stretched or twisted as compared to being sliced or cut. This because the nerves of the inner organs are more sensitive to some types of pain. Hence, visceral pain can feel very different from other forms of pain.
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 15, 2019 13:59:32 GMT -5
healthiculture.com/craniosacral-therapy-for-fibromyalgia/The main cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown. The condition has been linked to dysfunctional hormones, nerve signals and spinal fluid pressure. Since the cause of fibromyalgia is not fully understood, treating the condition is difficult. There are many alternative therapies which can help fibromyalgia. Craniosacral therapy for fibromyalgia is said to be an effective method for treating its symptoms. What Is Craniosacral Therapy Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a type of massage therapy that uses light pressure touches on key cranial points in order to trigger rhythmic motions of cranial bones. Those who have tried CST claimed that the therapy improved their nerve function, brain function, as well as spinal fluid pressure. All these are possible causes of fibromyalgia. Craniosacral therapy is said to help stimulate one’s endocannabinoid system to produce an endorphin rush that is similar to the runner’s high. This explains the pain relieving effect of the therapy. However, there is a lack of data to support these claims and further research is required. Nevertheless, there are some studies that show promising results when it comes to using CST in treating fibromyalgia. Craniosacral Therapy For Fibromyalgia Pain Relief A study done in Spain showed that CST can help to improve fibromyalgia pain. The relief is experienced immediately and lasted up to 8 weeks. The result of the intensive therapy has not been detected to be distinct from the control group after about a year. The study suggests that, when used on a regular basis, craniosacral therapy can have an important implication when it comes to fibromyalgia treatment. Craniosacral Therapy Improves Anxiety, Sleep Quality, Depression and Quality of Life Another study tested the effects of CST on depression, anxiety, sleep quality and quality of life in fibromyalgia sufferers. The study found that CST has positive impact in treating depression, anxiety and sleep quality. Thus, it helped to improve quality of life in fibromyalgia participants. Researchers observed that these improvements maintained up to 6 months since the initial treatment. Only the improvement in the quality of sleep was still observed one year after the therapy. Again, such study suggests that regular practice of CST can lead to a substantial improvement in fibromyalgia symptoms like depression, anxiety and poor sleep.
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 19, 2019 11:59:41 GMT -5
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 20, 2019 16:33:12 GMT -5
3 Massages For Fibromyalgia That Really Help Sue, Did you know that massage can stimulate the production of endorphins, our body’s natural painkiller? But beware, not all types of massages are suitable for fibromyalgia and some can even cause more pain! It is important to go for the right massage for fibromyalgia. Here are 3 massages that can really help relieve fibromyalgia pain.. link
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 21, 2019 12:21:10 GMT -5
Gastroparesis In Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia patients are highly susceptible to gastrointestinal problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gluten sensitivity. Doctors have found a growing trend of fibromyalgia patients testing positive for gastroparesis. link
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 23, 2019 18:06:47 GMT -5
healthiculture.com/duloxetine-for-fibromyalgia/ Duloxetine is one of the 3 medications approved by FDA for treating fibromyalgia. It can affect 2 key neurotransmitters to reduce pain and improve quality of life. However, duloxetine is not suitable for some people with certain medical history or are on certain prescriptions. It can cause serious side effects. Here is what you need to know about duloxetine for fibromyalgia.
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Post by SAR01 on Jan 31, 2019 11:22:42 GMT -5
Fibromyalgia sufferers experience different types of pain. One of the common pain types is hyperalgesia. Did you know that some pain medications can trigger hyperalgesia? Find out what causes fibromyalgia hyperalgesia and what you need to know about it.. healthiculture.com/fibromyalgia-hyperalgesia/
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Post by SAR01 on Feb 2, 2019 14:01:01 GMT -5
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Post by SAR01 on Feb 4, 2019 12:54:13 GMT -5
Research shows that the effects of dopamine on fibromyalgia may be more significant than ever. But what exactly is dopamine and how does it affect fibromyalgia? linkesearch shows that the effects of dopamine on fibromyalgia may be more significant than ever. But what exactly is dopamine and how does it affect fibromyalgia? What Is Dopamine? Dopamine is a neurotransmitter. This means that it is a chemical that transmit signals to the brain. Dopamine plays an important role in influencing the way you think, act and feel. As dopamine is a neurotransmitter in your brain, it is naturally responsible for your mood, stress and alertness. However, dopamine can actually do a lot more than influencing your mental functions. It is responsible for various functions of your body and having a low level of dopamine can lead to various problems and conditions. For instance, dopamine also plays a part in your nerve functions. It is responsible for transmitting signals throughout your body and telling your body to move. Hence, dopamine helps to control your movement and energy levels too. Some doctors believe that conditions such as Parkinson’s disease are due to a low level of dopamine in the brain. Interestingly, several studies show that those who have fibromyalgia also have low levels of dopamine. more at link
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Post by SAR01 on Feb 6, 2019 10:50:09 GMT -5
Fibromyalgia patients who suffer from PMDD may experience more severe muscle and joint pain, depression and anxiety. When symptoms of PMDD and fibromyalgia coincide, patients may experience increased pain that becomes completely debilitating. What exactly is PMDD and how is it linked to fibromyalgia? link
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Post by SAR01 on Feb 7, 2019 19:26:08 GMT -5
Endorphins are your body’s natural painkiller. In fact, studies suggest that its analgesic effects are similar to opioids. Know how endorphins work to relieve fibromyalgia pain and symptoms.. healthiculture.com/endorphins-for-fibromyalgia/
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Post by SAR01 on Feb 9, 2019 20:35:53 GMT -5
This alternative therapy is believed to help relieve muscle pain, reduce fatigue and improve blood circulation. Many fibromyalgia sufferers use this noninvasive therapy as part of their pain management plans. Have you tried this? linklink has chart Foot reflexology can help to relieve pain in a wide variety of illnesses. It is a form of alternative therapy that relies on the application of pressure to zones in the foot. It may even help alleviate some of your fibromyalgia pain. What Is Foot Reflexology? The idea of applying pressure to specific parts of the body to promote better health dates back over 5000 years. However, reflexology is a relatively new technique in western medicine. Hand and foot reflexology gained mainstream attention in the early 1900s after a physician created the zone therapy concept. Zone therapy involved the application of stimuli to areas of the body to improve the flow of energy. With foot reflexology, the foot is separated into 12 separate zones. Reflexologists believe that these 12 points are connected to an energy channel or nerve pathway that travels to the top of the head. Hence, stimulating the 12 points in the foot may stimulate nerves and promote blood flow. Improving circulation through these channels may help reduce pain, stress, and tensed muscles. Hence, it is commonly used by those who suffer from stress, digestive issues, muscle pains, and fibromyalgia. It is now a form of alternative therapy but it still has a place in Western medicine. Many chiropractors and physical therapists use foot reflexology as part of their treatment plans for dealing with a wide range of issues. How Does Foot Reflexology Help Relieve Fibromyalgia Pain The effectiveness of reflexology has not been thoroughly evaluated through clinical studies. However, many fibromyalgia sufferers use foot reflexology as part of their pain management plans. Only one major study has explored the benefits of reflexology for treating fibromyalgia pain. In 2010, Gunnarsdottir and Peden-McAlpine published the results of a study involving six women suffering from fibromyalgia. Four of the six women experienced reduced pain after ten weekly foot reflexology sessions. These patients also experienced fewer migraines and headaches after their reflexology sessions. Besides fibromyalgia, researchers have examined the therapeutic benefits of foot reflexology for treating various health issues. One study found that reflexology may help reduce fatigue and alleviate pain in cancer patients and multiple sclerosis (MS) sufferers.
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