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Rugby Warwickshire
October 24, 2024
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Members responding to the question about morning pain with fibromyalgia overwhelmingly confirmed that waking up with stiffness, leg cramps,... Read more

Members responding to the question about morning pain with fibromyalgia overwhelmingly confirmed that waking up with stiffness, leg cramps, and aching joints is a daily reality for many in the community. Several members shared helpful strategies like doing gentle stretches before even sitting up, keeping morning medications on the nightstand, taking a warm bath, or waiting for pain meds to kick in before starting the day. A recurring theme was that morning pain and stiffness are hallmark fibromyalgia symptoms, and finding small routines to ease into the day can make a meaningful difference.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Morning stiffness and pain are Hallmark symptoms of fibromyalgia. That was actually the symptom that caused my PCP to suspect I have fibromyalgia and lead to the testing that got my diagnosis. When I get at my worst I cannot walk in the morning and sometimes I can't get around without a cane or a wall (which is what concerned my doctors). I started doing gentle stretching in bed, before I even sit up and stretching all the way out of bed which has calmed it for me but it never goes away.

October 25, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes every morning for me. Often I want to stay in bed longer but I am forced to do something like take a bath. Take care everybody.

October 26, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member
October 26, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes almost everyday.

October 24, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes lucy10. First thing I'm aware of is lower leg/feet..and incredibly dry mouth often like this morning accompanied by dry eye. Best wishes carole..xx

October 24, 2024

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