Joint health concerns are not uncommon for those with fibromyalgia and many have joint involvement of some kind. More people with fibro are exhibiting joint or bone density issues and a tendency towards any of…
Fibromyalgia Pain
A comprehensive look at Fibromyalgia pain, its symptoms, triggers, and effective strategies to manage and alleviate discomfort.
Low Impact Fibromyalgia Exercise and Weightlifting Routines
Where do we start to create an individual fibromyalgia exercise program? Although there are many commonalities in the symptoms of Fibromyalgia, everyone’s fibro body IS different when it comes to fitness level, activity preference and past…
Underactive Thyroid and Diet – Chronic Awareness
More people today have thyroid imbalance, and often in the form of an underactive thyroid or auto immune thyroid, as in thyroiditis or hashimotos. Symptoms of low thyroid or AI thyroid include increased pain, tendon or…
Fibromyalgia and Anxiety Symptoms Can Result From Our Environment
On our “mind-body science” page we explain that fibromyalgia and anxiety symptoms naturally coexist because of the human pain response reflex; however, there is another very common source of fibromyalgia related anxiety symptoms that is…
Endocrine Disruptors – Chronic Awareness
We are constantly surrounded by Endocrine Disruptors in the environment today. Endocrine Disruptors are toxic substances in our food, environment AND home and body products that adversely affect our liver, thyroid, adrenals, and every organ…
Alone, sad, or in pain for the holidays – Fibromyalgia Awareness
I get it. The holidays can bring a mix of emotions, especially when we are living with a chronic illness. There are so many unrealistic images and expectations during Christmas and the holiday season, that…
Pain Sensations in Fibromyalgia
Most people with fibromyalgia experience different types of pain sensations. I have listed below some of the most common pain sensations. I must say something first. Recently I was having a conversation with my husband…
Clavicle or Shoulder Pain in Fibromyalgia – How Common Is It
Clavicle or shoulder pain in fibromyalgia is like any other symptom in that it can easily wax and wane, but might be more common than you think. With a recent shoulder injury (and labral tear)…
Fibromyalgia and Ankle Pain
It is not so uncommon to experience fibromyalgia and ankle pain. Although it might not be one of your first symptoms when living with fibromyalgia, you might find that you start experiencing pain in one…
Temperature Dysregulation and Fibromyalgia
Do you feel like your internal thermostat is broken? You are certainly not alone. Temperature dysregulation is quite common in fibromyalgia. And yet, as warm-blooded animals, human beings are usually quite amazing. When our surrounding…