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Marietta, GA

Does anyone have cramps in biceps? Not super strong like spasms but just crampy arms. This is my latest and greatest new symptom.

March 29, 2019
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Members validated the experience of bicep cramping and similar arm sensations as another frustrating symptom of fibromyalgia, with many... Read more

Members validated the experience of bicep cramping and similar arm sensations as another frustrating symptom of fibromyalgia, with many describing feelings ranging from mild cramping and muscle twitching to arms feeling like heavy lead weights or being squeezed by an invisible cuff. Several members shared that cramping also occurs in other areas like calves, feet, hands, and neck, and many are experiencing related issues such as difficulty opening things, frequently dropping objects, weakened grip strength, and balance problems leading to falls. A recurring theme was the relief of knowing they are not alone in these strange and uncomfortable symptoms.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes I get this all the time I wither get the spasms ,cramping or feeling my arms like lead weights 🙈 ..im just glad im not alone with some of the crazy things fibro brings us x

May 8, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Difficulties opening things and clumsy walking as if my balance is off. I have had 2 falls lately walking the dog.

April 5, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

No. I get cramp in my feet, calves, hands and neck.

April 1, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes I absolutely do !!!! I also lately am having a real hard time opening things ??? And. Dropping things big time !! Almost like I can’t maintain holding anything tight. YOU ??

March 31, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

My left arm has just started bothering me when I sleep on my stomach with it just laying there but yet i can sleep on my side with my arm under me and it doesn’t bother me I don’t get it

May 26, 2019

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