Fibromyalgia, also referred to as soft tissue rheumatism, is a rheumatic condition. Unfortunately, fibromyalgia is often acknowledged only after lengthy and intensive doctor visits. The diagnosis can only be made by a rheumatologist. This condition is characterized by pain in the 'musculoskeletal system', which is usually chronic in nature. The pain is located in muscles, joint attachments, tendons throughout the body, among other areas.
Many patients describe the pain as a type of muscle pain you typically feel when you have a severe flu. However, patients with fibromyalgia experience this almost daily. The pain primarily occurs in the neck, shoulders, hands, pelvis, legs, feet, and back. Unfortunately, pain is not the only problem.
Commonly reported additional complaints include:
- Poor sleep, possibly due to pain
- Fatigue
- Intestinal complaints
- Hormonal disturbances
- Depression
- Headache and/or dizziness
TCM/Acupuncture can generally treat fibromyalgia effectively. There is often a so-called Spleen pathology or a Bi syndrome (Chinese for 'rheumatic disease').
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Treatment via Acupuncture
It's important to state up front that it is not possible to fully "cure" fibromyalgia with acupuncture. However, it is quite possible to significantly reduce a number of symptoms by applying acupuncture. Some of the symptoms that can be strongly influenced include:
- Muscle pain
- Headaches
- Joint pains
- Allergic reactions
- Stiffness
- Migraines
