At Health On Point, we frequently see members of our community struggling with fibromyalgia (FMS). Fibromyalgia is a medical condition involving pain, increased sensitivity to stimuli and fatigue. Other symptoms frequently include sleep disturbances, joint stiffness, digestive complaints, numbness, tingling, headaches, anxiety and impaired cognition. The overall presentation of fibromyalgia is that of body-wide pain and tenderness. New research published in Clinical Rheumatology concludes that acupuncture is effective for the treatment of fibromyalgia. In this new study, researchers find that acupuncture provides “beneficial effects” for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
Other studies support the same conclusions as those reached in this recent modern research.
Acupuncture for FMS
In a study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine (Baltimore), researchers conclude that “real acupuncture is more effective than sham acupuncture for improving symptoms of patients with FMS.” In another study published by the Department of Anesthesiology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester (Minnesota), researchers conclude, “We found that acupuncture significantly improved symptoms of fibromyalgia. Symptomatic improvement was not restricted to pain relief and was most significant for fatigue and anxiety.” Lastly, a study in Brasil maintains: "Acupuncture is a traditional chinese medi-cine modality that can be used in pediatric patients with fibromyalgia."
If you or a loved one suffers from symptoms of FMS, contact us to schedule a complimentary phone consult or introductory session. Working together, we will build an individualized treatment plan to ease your discomfort.
Fibromyalgia Symptoms
ReplyDeletemay intensify depending on the time of day -- morning, late afternoon, and evening tend to be the worst times. Symptoms may also get worse with fatigue, tension, inactivity, changes in the weather, cold or drafty conditions, overexertion, hormonal fluctuations (such as just before your period or during menopause), stress, depression, or other emotional factors.
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