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Houma, LA
August 20, 2016
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Members shared mixed but generally positive experiences with using hot tubs and water exercises to ease fibromyalgia pain, with most finding... Read more

Members shared mixed but generally positive experiences with using hot tubs and water exercises to ease fibromyalgia pain, with most finding temporary relief while soaking in warm or hot baths, especially with Epsom salt, though the benefits often fade once out of the water. Several members recommended gentle water-based activities like water therapy, Ai Chi (Tai Chi in water), swimming, or movement classes in warm pools, emphasizing the importance of starting slowly and giving your body time to adjust to any new physical activity. A recurring theme was that what works varies from person to person, so trying different approaches and listening to your body is key to finding relief.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I did a class called "Ai Chi" once which is Tai Chi done in water. The class was at our local hospital in their warm water therapy pool. It was very relaxing and fun. Slow stretching movements which also helped improve your balance. Tai Chi is also good exercise for fibromyalgia.

August 22, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hot baths help me but unfortunately not for too long x

August 20, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Absolutely. But it may take some time to ser the results. Like any fidical activity your musles eventually got used to activity. But if you dont want to swim it doesn't matter as long as you try to move your body. Waking or streching a litthe any movement helps. Just try doing gentle movements in the beginning. But is very important to go in a WARM pool.

August 21, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am seriously thinking about getting one of those old lady therapy tubs they advertise on TV to soak in before going to bed.

August 20, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I moved into an over 55 apartment ad they put a seat in the shower but it's not the same as a tub.

August 20, 2016

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