Natural Treatment for Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition of widespread pain in the muscles, tendons, ligaments, fatigue, and multiple tender points on the body.

Every person suffering from Fibromyalgia is different and may need an individualized treatment plan. An active exercise program, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage and physical therapy, used alone or in conjunction with one another, may provide some relief of symptoms.

• Aerobic exercise and strength-training activities have been associated with improvement in pain, tender point counts and disturbed sleep.
  
  Sticking to an exercise program may be difficult for Fibromyalgia patients but when combined with other treatments has been successful in reducing some of their suffering.
• Acupuncture is a useful natural treatment for Fibromyalgia sufferers. The amount of acupuncture varies from patient to patient.
• Chiropractic Care is becoming more popular among Fibromyalgia patients.
  
  Adjustments to the neck and spine, done by professionals, can restore the natural alignment of the whole body, which can reduce pain all over the body for Fibromyalgia patients.
• Massage therapy can really reduce the pain, stiffness, and tender points caused by Fibromyalgia.
  
  Some of the benefits to massage therapy are increased blood circulation to your muscles, increased flexibility and range of motion, reduction of pain and stiffness as well as improving your sleep patterns.
• Physical therapy is used to help decrease pain while increasing physical mobility in Fibromyalgia patients. Physiotherapists use exercises, muscle stimulations, and physical activities to help improve the overall physical health of Fibromyalgia patients.

Natural Supplements for Fibromyalgia

There are several natural supplements that can be taken to help with the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Below is a list of supplements and how they work to ease the discomfort of Fibromyalgia.

• S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is compound that occurs naturally in the body. It is needed for proper immune function, it helps maintain cell membranes, it assists in the production and breakdown of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine, and it also plays a role in the formation of cartilage and our genetic material (DNA). This supplement improves pain, fatigue, morning stiffness, and mood in those with Fibromyalgia.
• Magnesium, along with malic acid (a fruit acid found naturally in apples) are often suggested for people with Fibromyalgia because they are both needed for the generation of energy in cells in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). In patients experiencing fatigue accompanied by muscle soreness and tender points, magnesium levels are often found to be low or deficient when compared with subjects who do not have these symptoms. Magnesium given alone has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing muscle complaints.
• 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is thought to work by increasing levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. There is preliminary evidence that it may reduce the number of tender points in people with Fibromyalgia, possibly by effecting pain-modulating systems in the brainstem.
• Melatonin is a naturally produced biochemical that is secreted from the pineal gland at the base of the brain, which controls circadian rhythms and plays a major role in sleep cycles. Taking a supplement with melatonin at bedtime can significantly improve tender point count, severity of pain and sleep, which are all symptoms associated with Fibromyalgia.
• Malic acid is a naturally occurring chemical found most notably in apple juice. It helps improve absorption of some nutrients like magnesium. Malic acid has been found to reduce pain and fatigue associated with Fibromyalgia.
• Ascorbigen is one of the most common medicinal compounds, called indoles, released when cruciferous vegetables are cooked. These types of indoles can help detoxify the liver. Fibromyalgia patients taking ascorbigen notice a decrease in physical impairment and pain resulting in an improved quality of life.

Anatrin and Fibromyalgia

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