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Fibromyalgia
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How Fibromyalgia Happens

Researchers have been unable to determine the exact cause of fibromyalgia; however, there are a number of theories as to the possible cause. Neurochemical Imbalances It is believed that there is a faulty regulation of two neurochemicals of the central nervous system, namely substance P and serotonin. Substance P is a chemical that is responsible for amplifying pain signals in the body. Research has shown that some people with fibromyalgia have up to three times the normal level of substance P compared to someone who does not have...More

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Sleep Hygiene

Basically, sleep hygiene refers to cleaning up your sleep habits, not to brushing your teeth before bed! Sleep hygiene refers to the things you do to establish and maintain sleep habits that keep you healthy. Sleep hygiene is aimed at...
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Physical Therapy

People with fibromyalgia often will say that they used to be active, mobile, and energetic, but now find their pain makes many activities very difficult, if not impossible to do. This leads to the pain cycle of avoidance,...
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PainSAFE

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If you have been prescribed a pain medication called an opioid (narcotic), it is important that you are certain that you are taking the medicine in the proper way. If taken in the wrong way, opioids can cause harm or even death. PainSAFE can help you take and store your medication safely. - More.

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