Fibromyalgia is a medical condition in which the body has an heightened response to pain and discomfort. This occurs due to an abnormal miscommunication in the pain signals being expressed within the central nervous system. It is not uncommon to experience fatigue, trouble sleeping, anxiety, depression and memory loss which are all associated symptoms with fibromyalgia. Women are twice as likely to experience the signs and symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Although the direct mechanism of fibromyalgia is uncertain professionals believe that maintaining a healthy lifestyle will aid in the minimization of symptoms. This includes a proper diet, water intake, exercise, quality sleep, and managing proper stress levels.
In many fibromyalgia cases systemic inflammation of the body is the reason why pain is occurring. By addressing the true underlying condition with proper nutrition, supplementation, chiropractic and physiotherapy. We will begin to see a restorative balance to the body and the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia will begin to dissipate.
