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Members discussed their experiences with pain management clinics for fibromyalgia, with several sharing that they received referrals from... Read more

Members discussed their experiences with pain management clinics for fibromyalgia, with several sharing that they received referrals from their primary doctors and often faced wait times of several months to get appointments and access programs. Many members described receiving multidisciplinary care through pain clinics, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, hydrotherapy, and counseling, with one member praising their knowledgeable doctor. A recurring theme was interest in exploring medical marijuana as a natural alternative to prescription medications, with members expressing frustration about side effects from drugs like gabapentin and tramadol and concern about long-term chemical impacts on their bodies.