Living With a Condition That Changes the Way the Body Experiences Everyday Life Fibromyalgia is more than just chronic pain. It is a condition that reshapes how the body feels, how the brain interprets sensations,…
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Resilience and Other Tools for Overcoming Barriers to Care for Women with Chronic Pain
We can all build resilience, but our circumstances are not all the same. Some women face more barriers than others. The common barriers we all face include: Click Here to Visit the Store and find…
Chronic Pain Is a Disease and It Should Be Treated Like One
Reframing How We Understand Long-Term Pain For many years, chronic pain was treated as a symptom rather than a condition in its own right. It was often seen as something secondary—an unfortunate side effect of…
The Pain Gap: Why Women’s Pain Is Undertreated
Introduction Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. It can signal injury, illness, or chronic conditions that require attention. Yet pain is not always treated equally. A growing body of…
Should You Have Fibromyalgia Back Surgery for Your Pain?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that affects how the nervous system processes pain signals. It can cause widespread discomfort throughout the body, including persistent back pain that often feels deep, aching, and exhausting. Because…
Back Pain Is Not a Normal Part of Aging
Spotting gray hairs on your head. Forgetting where you put the car keys. Waking up a bit earlier. These things all can be a part of life as we get older. But what about your…
Medical CBD Is Touted for Fibromyalgia Pain Management But Does It Work?
Understanding the Growing Interest in CBD for Chronic Pain In recent years, cannabidiol—commonly known as CBD—has gained significant attention as a potential option for managing chronic pain conditions, including fibromyalgia. Marketed in oils, capsules, creams,…
How Communities Are Helping Fibromyalgia Women and Families Fight the Opioid Crisis
Introduction The opioid crisis has affected millions of individuals and families across the world, creating a public health challenge that extends far beyond addiction alone. For women living with fibromyalgia, this crisis has introduced an…
Questions to Ask Before and After Surgery in Fibromyalgia
Living with fibromyalgia presents unique challenges, especially when surgery becomes necessary. Whether the procedure is planned or unexpected, people with fibromyalgia often have concerns that extend beyond the surgery itself. Chronic pain, fatigue, medication sensitivities,…
Turning a Moment of Change Into Transformational Momentum for Chronic Pain Management in Fibromyalgia
Introduction Living with fibromyalgia often feels like carrying an invisible weight that affects every aspect of life. The widespread pain, persistent fatigue, disrupted sleep, mental fog, and emotional challenges can make even simple daily tasks…