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Regina, SK

I am VERY recently diagnosed and struggling quite a bit. One of my main concerns is that I work in IT and when I use my computer the pain from using the mouse is hard to manage. I also struggle with stairs and any type of walking.

What have you used to help accomplish your daily tasks so that your life isn't on hold?

Heather

April 12, 2019
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Members rallied around someone newly diagnosed with fibromyalgia who was struggling with IT work and mobility, offering both practical... Read more

Members rallied around someone newly diagnosed with fibromyalgia who was struggling with IT work and mobility, offering both practical workplace accommodations and emotional support for navigating a new normal. Several members recommended requesting an ergonomic assessment through an employer, which can provide specialized equipment like adjustable keyboards, supportive chairs, footstools, wrist braces, and voice-to-text software like Dragon, while others suggested physical and occupational therapy to learn how to work smarter and conserve energy throughout the day. A recurring theme was the importance of pacing yourself, allowing extra time for tasks, communicating openly with employers about flexible schedules or work-from-home options, and giving yourself grace as you adapt to life with chronic pain.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have been to the docs with chest pain and pain between my should Blades and shoulders. They advised this is intercostal chondrites (inflammation between the ribs) and common with arthritic related conditions. I had a course of naproxen which helped.

April 12, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

It's hard dear, I was doing nursing, I fought to keep going. Everyday felt like I was gonna fall on my face.had severe fatigue also.for my feet copper compression socks help at night a heating blanket with fan blowing also. Voltaren topical gel helps. Nothing really takes it all away. Prayers you find something to help dear

April 13, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Heather, I am sorry to tell you, but you may need to find a new normal. That is how it is for me. I have never been able to achieve what I used to, even tho I was 12 when diagnosed. It took me awhile to accept & adapt to this. My Christian faith helped me personally. God sometime has better things in mind for us, even tho we don't think so at the time. I have learned to trust that He cares for me & knows my situation. I look back over my life, as a senior citizen, and see how I have had a more productive life than it may have seemed at the time.
Don't want to discourage you. For now, try to rearrange the level of your responsibilities. Allow rest times during the day. Are you trained to do another career?
Welcome to our group. I think you will find, as I, that they are very caring & non-judgmental. Write me, if you need to talk.
Lee

April 12, 2019 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

Maybe you could find fingerless driving gloves?

April 19, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi. I JUST bought driving gloves from an auto parts store, as holding the steering wheel is often painful. Maybe those would help with the mouse, if u can find a pair that’s good for typing too. Good luck.

April 19, 2019

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