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Non-medical therapies for Fibromyalgia
New therapies for treating fibromyalgia are being developed all the time. But so far, no cure for this painful and debilitating disease has been found. But there are still plenty of ways that you can manage your fibro pain. And if you can’t find any relief from your doctor, there’s still plenty of non-medical therapies for fibromyalgia you can try.
Yoga
People have used yoga for thousands of years to keep their bodies and minds strong. And it turns out that yoga might be a choice as far as non-medical therapies for fibromyalgia go.
Yoga strengthens your muscles and tendons, which is great for fibro pain. The natural pain and aches of fibromyalgia primarily affect joints and muscles. So of course, yoga is a great way to help manage that pain.
Excercise
Like Yoga, exercise is a good way to manage fibromyalgia pain. Exercise is known to make people feel more alert and can also be a good way to manage chronic fatigue.
Of course, it’s often hard for people with fibromyalgia to exercise, given that their muscles ache too much or that too much exertion can trigger a flare. It’s up to you to decide if you can handle exercise. But remember that by starting with limited exercise and working your way up, you may still be capable of more than you realized.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a good way to handle the gastrointestinal problems associated with fibromyalgia. By taking just a few spoonfuls a day you can improve your digestion and circulatory system.
This will help manage irritable bowel syndrome and increase the circulation through your hands and feet.
Tumeric
Tumeric is a natural anti-inflammatory substance. And some of the compounds in it can help increase the circulation in your hands and feet. The best way to take turmeric for fibromyalgia is in the form of widely available over the counter supplements.
And evidence suggests that some of these may be as effective in the treatment of fibromyalgia as opioid pain relievers which are what doctors traditionally use to treat fibromyalgia.
Cayenne Pepper
The ingredient that makes peppers spicy is called capsaicin, and there is evidence that it helps with certain forms of pain. And the capsaicin stimulates and then desensitizes the nerve receptors which reduces the feeling of pain in people with fibromyalgia.
The best way to take capsaicin is in the form of a topical cream that you rub onto the areas where you feel pain. It may hurt worse at first. But after a few minutes, it should begin to feel better.
Magnesium
Magnesium is an important mineral that many people are lacking in their diets. And it could be that the role magnesium plays in keeping the body healthy and well-regulated is missing in fibromyalgia patients.
A simple magnesium supplement may be enough to help you get better sleep and manage the pain of fibromyalgia.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
The potential benefits of omega 3 acids haven’t been studied very well in fibromyalgia patients. But the studies that have been done suggest that they may help symptoms. Omega 3 is a substance that usually exists in fish. And it has helpful benefits for your cardiovascular system and may even help reduce pain.
A high-quality omega 3 supplement may help you manage your fibromyalgia symptoms.
No matter which of these non-medical therapies for fibromyalgia works for you, it’s important to remember that everyone’s fibromyalgia is different. And the thing that works for a friend with fibromyalgia may not be the thing that works for you. Keep trying new treatments and remedies and you’ll find something that works for your symptoms.
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