What is “The Spoon Theory?” The spoon theory is relatively simple: living with chronic pain is very different from living a pain-free lifestyle. That living pain-free theoretically has an unlimited number of spoons—whereas those living…
Expert Urges Women to Be Self-Advocates in Managing Fibromyalgia Pain
Understanding the Importance of Self-Advocacy in Fibromyalgia Care Living with fibromyalgia can be a daily challenge, especially for women who make up the majority of people diagnosed with this chronic condition. Characterized by widespread pain,…
Disc Extrusion – Causes Symptoms Treatment
Causes A disc extrusion, also known as a disc herniation, usually occurs from degeneration due to a disease like osteoarthritis or the natural aging process. Other causes may include injury, trauma, overexertion, illness, or obesity.…
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…
Trigger Points and Referred Pain in Fibromyalgia
Understanding the Complex Relationship Between Trigger Points and Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and a…
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,…
Vertebroplasty Relieves Pain for Multiple Myeloma Patients: Understanding the Procedure, Benefits, Recovery, and Its Role Alongside Fibromyalgia Care
Introduction Living with chronic pain can be physically exhausting and emotionally overwhelming, especially when it results from serious medical conditions such as multiple myeloma. One of the most common and debilitating complications experienced by multiple…
Vertebroplasty Relieves Pain For Multiple Myeloma Patients
Introduction Living with chronic pain can be physically exhausting and emotionally overwhelming, especially when it results from serious medical conditions such as multiple myeloma. One of the most common and debilitating complications experienced by multiple…
CBD Here, There, Everywhere! CBD and Women’s Health: Understanding Its Potential Role in Fibromyalgia
Introduction CBD has become one of the most talked-about wellness products in recent years. From skincare products and oils to gummies, capsules, and topical creams, cannabidiol, commonly known as CBD, seems to be everywhere. Many…
Difference Between D.O. and M.D.
You may have perused the “Providers” section of our website and wondered what the D.O. and M.D. behind a physician’s name stood for. You may have also wondered if the difference between the two degrees…