Natural Therapies for Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Summary
By Kristi Hawkes, N.D. Fibromyalgia is a syndrome characterized by generalized musculoskeletal pain and stiffness, chronic aching, fatigue, and multiple areas of local tenderness that can be identified during physical examination. Research studies suggest that fibromyalgia pain may be the result of a combination of factors affecting the activity of muscle cells and the central nervous system. Various conventional treatment modalities have been tested in fibromyalgia patients; unfortunately, these are often ineffective and may result in adverse side effects. A natural approach that incorporates nutritional support for the body processes implicated in the pathogenesis of fibromyalgia holds great promise for the millions suffering from this chronic syndrome. How if Fibromyalgia Diagnosed? Fibromyalgia can be diagnosed by a tender point examination. Mildly irritating to completely debilitating tenderness in at...