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Your Membership will begin with the current issue of the Fibromyalgia Network Journal. Below is a general description of its contents.
Is Your Fibro Fog in Bloom?
Having trouble finding words and multitasking? Research shows large numbers of fibromyalgia patients with these symptoms and offer clues to explain why.- A Tune-Up for Your Brain
A new nondrug therapy going through FDA approval revolutionizes the way fibro may be treated in the future. It substantially reduces pain, exhaustion, and sleep disorders. - Pain Doctor’s Approach to Fibro
Find out what a pain specialist has to say about her multidisciplinary approach to treating fibro symptoms and sleep, including her rules for opioids. - Muscle Fatigue and Topical Treatments
Why do your muscles feel weighed down as if you’re wearing a heavy wet suit? Several topical analgesics for pain relief are under the microscope. - Sleep, Hypertension, and Fibro Symptoms
Lack of good quality sleep disrupts your body’s rhythm and may be at the root of hypertension. Researchers provide treatment suggestions. - Spa Therapy at Home
Many studies show hot water therapy is instrumental for relieving your painfully tight muscles. Learn why, and how to get these effects at home without heading for a spa retreat. - Ideas for Getting it in Gear
You know how important it is to exercise, but how do you do it without feeling worse? Get how-to help on yoga, Pilates, a simple walking program, and a DVD to start moving. - Brainpower, Movement, and Muscle Function
You bump into and stubble over everything. Why is getting around so difficult? New research shows the connection between walking patterns, balance and brain function. - Opioids: Effective for Fibro, or not?
Novel research on opioids and why they affect patients differently. Find out what is known about the seemingly “bad reputation” of these drugs. - Therapies that (May) Work
It’s hard to find a pain specialist who can cover all the bases for fibro. Learn how one patient found a doctor and the right medication combo to ease his symptoms.
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