Fibromyalgia Support Group

You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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FIC 01/19/2015

OK, not sure about the rest of you folks, but for me, I've done experimenting bc drs are clueless.

Nothing has "fixed" or "cured" FM but I have received relief removing all white flour product from diet and now I am drinking 2 tea glasses full of water daily. This, so far, has seemed to help my stiffness & soreness.

Also, I have found help to add to this a soak in hot water with 3 handfuls of Epson salt, extended release Tylenol, 20 mg melatonin, and 1 benedryl to be helpful for sleep and stiffness.

It seems if I can get a reasonably good night sleep, stiffness, pain & soreness are lessened. I'm finding I need a mixture of different things to help.

ANYONE TRY THIS BEFORE??????

Cocoa1 01/19/2015

Hi. I follow a natural approach and take a multitude of supplements daily. I work with an integrative medical doctor who is trained in prescribing prescriptions and Natural medicine. I believe in taking a multifaceted approach and use a lot of the techniques listed below. I am gluten free, and follow an anti-candida diet. I do not consume sugar (use stevia or xylitol). I also get massages, do aqua therapy in a heated pool and use hot tubs, hot Epsom salt soaks and heated blankets. My daily pain levels were 8-10 and now they are between 2-3; and some days I feel "close to normal". I still have sleep issues, stiffness, and periodic flare-ups, but I am much better than before. Also, medicinal marijuana works great for flare-ups. This regimen has helped me greatly and I feel that one must use various techniques to keep fibro in check. Glad you are finding things that help you!

marioncooper1 01/19/2015

I agree with what Cocoa says. Taking a multifaceted approach has helped me the most. I love my Epsom salt baths. Keep looking for things that help. Just remember that what may work for someone else may not work for you. It is trial and error. Never give up.

Hugs,
Marion

littlemart 01/19/2015

I've been using epsom salts for years. It feels good while you're soaking, but then the effect is not lasting. I do like it tho'. I've tried everything... everything. I also have MS and osteoarthritis and tendonitis and several other autoimmune diseases. Just can't get comfortable. Tylenol helps some. Neurontin helps some. Muscle relaxers help some. You just have to find your magic combo and hope for the best.

FIC 01/20/2015

LOL Yes, my "expert" dr was telling me to try alternative approaches. I didn't say, but thought, "CHILD, I have no option but to try alternatives!" I also use a Homedics Deep Tissue massage mat, a heated cape (got for Christmas), heat pads, Icy Hot, Lidoderm, diet, Epson salt baths, and now adding more drinking water.

I hope this new regimen continues to help. In the past when I found something that helped it would only last for awhile.

Rachel100 01/20/2015

I'm like Littlemart. I take Epsom salt baths and feel good while in the bathtub. But once I get out and cool down, the nice feeling goes away.

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