Fibromyalgia is the widespread feeling of pain and fatigue in the muscles. Affecting up to 3 million people, fibromyalgia pain can make something as simple as sleep extremely difficult. This condition is more likely to affect women than men, but doctors are not sure why this is. While there is no cure for fibromyalgia, the symptoms can be managed through treatment. The Las Cruces, New Mexico office of Border Therapy Services offers some effective treatment options for fibromyalgia.
Getting enough sleep
Getting enough restful sleep is one of the best ways to help manage the fatigue that accompanies fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia symptoms can appear worse at night because they disrupt normal sleep patterns, and the pain can make it difficult to fall asleep to start with. While getting enough sleep may not always be possible, there are some things you can do to help get and stay asleep:
- Maintain a consistent sleeping schedule
- Avoid overeating before bed
- Take an afternoon power nap of 15 to 30 minutes
- Put away the electronic devices at bed time
- Practice progressive muscle relaxation
In addition, consider investing in a more comfortable bed that will help promote restful sleep.
Getting enough exercise
When fibromyalgia symptoms flare up, it can be difficult to summon the will to exercise. But low-impact exercises such as walking, swimming or yoga are excellent for aiding the management of fibromyalgia pain.
Exercise boosts endorphins and serotonin levels in the brain. These chemicals are the brain’s natural feel good and stress relief chemicals. Because stress can be a trigger for fibromyalgia, exercise to reduce stress can be very effective in treating the condition.
Scheduling fibromyalgia treatment with Border Therapy Services
While these treatments may seem simple, it is often the simple treatments that prove to be the most effective. Physical therapy is another excellent tool to help manage fibromyalgia symptoms. Border Therapy Services will work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan to tackle your fibromyalgia.
If you have recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, contact our Las Cruces clinic today to schedule your initial appointment and discuss your treatment options.