For many years, the tender point test was one of the most recognizable clinical methods associated with fibromyalgia. It shaped how the condition was understood in medical settings, influenced diagnosis patterns in rheumatology, and left…
Fibromyalgia and Celiac Disease: Two Debilitating Conditions That Prove Extremely Difficult to Live With
Introduction Fibromyalgia and celiac disease are two chronic health conditions that can significantly disrupt a person’s quality of life, often in ways that are both physically exhausting and emotionally draining. While they are very different…
Osteoarthritis Is Known to Occur in Those Suffering From Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis are two distinct conditions, yet they are often seen together in the same individuals. This overlap can create confusion, especially because both conditions involve pain, stiffness, and reduced physical function. However, they…
How a Fibromyalgia Diagnosis Changes Your Life Story
An illness like fibromyalgia permeates every aspect of your life – it forever alters the trajectory of your story. For this year’s Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, I wanted to reflect on how my diagnosis changed my…
Fibromyalgia vs My Rest Day
When is the last time scheduled a rest day? I am not talking about spending the day in bed because your chronic illness flared and made leaving it impossible. What I am asking is, when…
Mindfulness Meditation for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain
Introduction Living with fibromyalgia or chronic pain often means navigating a constantly shifting experience of discomfort, fatigue, and sensory overload. Pain is not only a physical sensation in these conditions; it is also shaped by…
Fibromyalgia Worsens Function in RA Patients
Understanding the Overlap Between Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia are two distinct chronic conditions, but when they occur together, they can create a significantly more complex and disabling clinical picture. RA…
Breast Implant and Fibromyalgia
A number of years ago I had a female patient that doubled as a famous female singer. Her resemblance to the singer was remarkable. After performances, this patient double would be ushered through the crowd…
Fibromyalgia for the Rich, Poor, and Everyone
Fibromyalgia does not discriminate based on income, education, profession, or social status. It is a condition that can affect anyone, regardless of lifestyle or background. However, while the biology of fibromyalgia may be universal, the…
Fibromyalgia Research and Treatment Center in Southern California
Understanding Specialized Fibromyalgia Care in a Complex Condition Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that requires more than a single approach to care. Because it involves widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and cognitive dysfunction, it does…