Take Back Your Energy
Here are 31 ways to control the pain and exhaustion of fibromyalgia.
By Kathleen Doheny
Illustrations by Clifford Alejandro
Illustrations by Clifford Alejandro
To aid physicians and patients alike, the ACR has identified 18 tender points located in pairs around the neck, shoulders, joints, and pelvis (see page 52). A diagnosis of fibromyalgia can be established if extensive pain has lasted for 90 days or more and at least 11 of the tender points cause pain when 4 kilograms (8.8 pounds) of pressure are applied.
To find out medical treatments and natural treatments for fibromyalgia pick up a copy of the October 2005 issue of Natural Health on newsstands until 11/28/2005.
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