Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a long-term medical condition that can cause fatigue, areas of tenderness, pain in the bones and muscles, and cognitive disturbances. The symptoms associated with this condition are similar to other conditions making it difficult for healthcare providers to understand. This is why it is often misdiagnosed.

Chiropractic care has been shown to produce great results for patients suffering from fibromyalgia. We provide several techniques here at Skocik Chiropractic in Harrisburg, PA, that can treat symptoms associated with fibromyalgia.

Causes and Symptoms

Frequent or repeated nerve stimulation causes the spinal cord and brain to change in patients with fibromyalgia. As a result, abnormal increases occur in the levels of certain chemicals in the brain that signal pain.

Additionally, the receptors of the brain tend to develop a memory of the pain, thus becoming sensitized to it.

There are also certain factors that can result in these changes taking place, which include:

• infections
• genetics
• emotional or physical events

Symptoms of fibromyalgia include:

• Widespread pain described as a dull ache that lasts for several months or more and occurs on both sides of the body.
• Fatigue even though patients report sleeping for long periods of time.
• Not having the ability to pay attention and focus on mental tasks.

Chiropractic Treatment

There are several ways a chiropractor can help relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia in patients:

• Chiropractic Adjustments: This technique realigns the body and helps it re-establish the connection between the nerves and nervous system so the brain accurately process pain.
• Physical therapy: This is an important part of treatment because fibromyalgia can result in severe muscle pain, which causes the patient to discontinue exercising.
• Nutritional recommendations: Your chiropractor will make recommendations regarding changes to your diet and adding supplements. Nutrition plays a vital part in the body, and proper nutrition can help the psychological aspects of the condition.
• Lifestyle recommendations: Your chiropractor may also recommend adjustments to your lifestyle, such as adding exercise to your daily routine. If your job involves sitting behind a desk all day, the chiropractor may advise you to take frequent walks. Depending on the patient’s lifestyle and activities, recommendations will vary.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

If you are in or near the Harrisburg, PA, area, give Skocik Chiropractic a call today at (717) 540-8448 to schedule an appointment.