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Cantwell, AK

Hi everyone
I’ve been officially diagnosed since July 2018. My neuro had prescribed Lyrica 50 mg plus Botox injections every 10 weeks. 3 months ago my insurance stopped covering my Lyrica arguing I didn’t try all the alternative to Lyrica ( savalla and cymbalta)
My pain is a 9 out of 10 everyday. My neck and head are the most affected by the pain which is debilitating. I decided to pay out of pocket for the Lyrica, but I can’t handle the pain today... I want to see if Flexiril will help… read more

October 16, 2018
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Members offered a wide range of strategies to help manage severe fibromyalgia pain, with many emphasizing the importance of movement through... Read more

Members offered a wide range of strategies to help manage severe fibromyalgia pain, with many emphasizing the importance of movement through gentle stretches, walking, chair yoga, and Zumba to help the body remember normal movement patterns. Several members shared their medication experiences, including success with Cymbalta for immediate relief, low-dose naltrexone, and Fibroaid (a supplement containing vitamins commonly deficient in fibromyalgia patients). Practical lifestyle tips emerged as recurring themes, including drinking plenty of water, wearing loose-fitting stretch clothing, and combining multiple approaches like Epsom salt baths, trigger point injections, and physical therapy for more manageable pain levels.

A MyFibroTeam Member

try doing gentle stretches. they help me, and my physical therapist said it helps our bodies remember what normal movement feels like. i honestly notice a huge difference if i stop doing them.

October 16, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've spent a lot of time and money trying to find relief. I know what works and what is a waste of time. Also try looser fitting clothes like stretch pants. NY& company has comfortable and professional looking stretch pants

October 20, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Please see my page. I have a long list of helpful places to start

October 20, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I look forward to the dreams! It's fun trying to figure them out. I just hate when I can't go back to sleep or when I start yelling or talking out loud... Lol

October 17, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I took Cymbalta and got positive results IMMEDIATELY, however after awhile I could not deal with the horrible dreams I would get EVERY time I fell asleep. WISH I could go back on it, but the dreams are very disturbing.

October 17, 2018

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