Information on Fibromyalgia
Some startling research about Fibromyalgia and the Brain:
- Fibromyalgia is a brain problem!
- Fibromyalgia is often classified as an autoimmune condition. This means that your body is attacking itself – this is not good!
- The longer you have Fibromyalgia the more and faster your brain dies. The Journal of Neuroscience reports that the McGill University Centre for Research on pain has found; “The longer the individual has had fibromyalgia, the greater the gray matter loss, with each year of fibromyalgia being equivalent to 9.5 times the loss in normal aging”. In addition it is estimated that 30-60% of patients diagnosed with Fibromyalgia become disabled to the degree they cannot remain gainfully employed…and that is with the myriad of medications prescribed.
- Study indicates that those with fibromyalgia have less grey matter in the brain.
Father of fibromyalgia research offers a new perspective
June 26th, 2007 by Richard Brassaw
It was 25 years ago when Muhammad B. Yunus, MD, published the first controlled study of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). It was this study that led the medical community to recognize FMS as a disease. JohnB. Winfield, MD, calls Dr. Yunus, “…the father of our modern view of fibromyalgia.”
Once again, Dr. Yunus has published, Fibromyalgia and Overlapping Disorders: The Unifying Concept of Central Sensitivity Syndromes, which promises to be another fibromyalgia landmark study. In this study, Dr. Yunus made an exhaustive study of 255 publications dealing with FMS and related diseases. From this massive amount scientific literature, and with his own insights, developed a concept that he calls the Central Sensitivity Syndrome (CSS).
Dr. Yunus describes 13 conditions related to CSS. Although in some patients stress and depression may contribute to the symptoms of pain and suffering the real cause is neurochemical pathology. He concludes that CSS is a new and imp
ortant perspective that embraces the biopsychosocial model of disease for FMS.
The biopsychosocial model comprises of diverse contributions ranging from genes and adverse childhood experiences, life stress and distress, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, self-efficacy for pain control, catastrophizing, coping style, and social support. It is expected that neuroscience research will now incorporate a biopsychosocial perspective.
Source: http://www.disabilityhappens.com/category/medical/fibromyalgia/page/2
- Pain is the most prominent symptom of Fibromyalgia. It usually affects the entire body, although it may start in one area, such as the neck and shoulders, and spread to other areas over a period of time. Fibromyalgia is a form of generalized muscular pain and fatigue. The name, Fibromyalgia, means pain in the muscles and the fibrous connective tissues (the ligaments and tendons), however, research demonstrates that this isn’t a muscle condition, but a neurological condition.
- Another article entitled, “Rewiring Your Gray Matter” discusses the concept of Neuroplasticity – or the ability of the brain to reorganize itself. …”Of all the finds, though, one is rewriting the textbooks. It is the dawning realization that a brain older than three years old is not the rigid structure that scientists long thought, but a malleable, ‘plastic’ organ”… “But a flood of discoveries show that the brain continually reorganizes itself. It’s called ‘neuroplasticity.’ And it means that “you create your brain from the input you get”
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Pain is the most prominent symptom of Fibromaylgia.
You (or someone you know) may be experiencing moderate or severe fatigue with a lack of energy, decreased exercise endurance, or the kind of exhaustion that results from the flu or lack of sleep. Sometimes the fatigue is more of a problem than the pain. Headaches, especially tension and migraine headaches, are common in Fibromyalgia. Abdominal pain, bloating, alternating constipation, bladder spasms, and irritability may cause urinary urgency or frequency. Your skin and blood circulation can be sensitive to temperature changes, resulting in temporary changes in skin color.
Have you suffered with for a few months, a few years, or too many years to mention? Some may suffer only minor symptoms, while others (perhaps you or a loved one) feel the debilitating affects of Fibromyalgia and are kept from participating in their life, making even simple daily activities almost impossible.
Throughout my years in practice I have tried the full range of therapies and treatments available to me, with minimal improvement. I knew there had to be more, a method of treatment that could help them (and you!). I began searching to find the answer.. and then.. I found it. The answer to helping most Fibromyalgia symptoms. Brain Based Therapy.
I found out about this breakthrough therapy from my friend and mentor Dr. Michael Johnson author of the alternative medicine best seller,”What Do You Do When the Medications Don’t Work? A Non-Drug Treatment of Dizziness, Migraine Headaches, Fibromyalgia, and Other Chronic Conditions.” After talking with Dr. Johnson and studying his breakthrough techniques we have finally been able to help people with Fibromyalgia and many other chronic symptoms.
Is It Really That Simple?
Yes, for most people the answer is really that simple: Brain Based Therapy.
How Does This Work?
You are most likely starting to wonder “What is the program going to be like?”. I can tell you from personal experience and from watching patients and staff participate in the therapies, that they are beneficial and enjoyable.
Treatments can include one-sided adjustments, simple exercise, eye exercises, heat and other activities. These techniques coupled with a full neurological and nutritional workup have enabled us to help most of our patients to get rid of their chronic symptoms no matter how long they have been experiencing them.
Imagine how different your life would be if you were free from the burdens that your Fibromyalgia causes you.
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