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Does anyone also have 95% of their fibro pain in the lower back?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Puyallup, WA

My pain doc said that I have a very healthy back but my fibro pain has decided to culminate directly in my back. So much so that my all over body pain i felt before my back pain started is not so prevalent. Does anyone else suffer this way? If so is that a good thing for you? For me I wonder if I would prefer to go back to the all over. I dont know. Before I couldn't do much but now I cant do anything at all. Anyone else have this happen? If so do you have any advice? Did you find a way out of… read more

August 30
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It's really tough when fibro pain seems to "relocate" and concentrate in one area so intensely that it becomes even more debilitating than the widespread pain before it. You're definitely not alone in experiencing this kind of shift.

Many MyFibroTeam members have shared that their fibro pain can change over time, sometimes Show Full Answer

It's really tough when fibro pain seems to "relocate" and concentrate in one area so intensely that it becomes even more debilitating than the widespread pain before it. You're definitely not alone in experiencing this kind of shift.

Many MyFibroTeam members have shared that their fibro pain can change over time, sometimes concentrating in specific areas rather than staying spread out. It's a frustrating and confusing experience, especially when it limits you even more than before. While there's no one-size-fits-all answer, here are some approaches that MyFibroTeam members have found helpful for managing concentrated fibro pain:

- Acupuncture – Several members have reported meaningful relief, particularly when targeting specific areas
- Gentle yoga and stretching – Helps with mobility and can ease localized pain over time
- Physical therapy – A physio familiar with fibro can offer targeted soft tissue work
- Anti-inflammatory diet – Some members find this helps reduce overall pain levels
- Cryotherapy – A few members have explored this, though cold sensitivity is worth considering

It's worth having an open conversation with your pain doctor about these options, especially since they've already confirmed your back is structurally healthy. That's actually useful information — it means the focus can stay on fibro-specific management strategies rather than structural fixes.

Hang in there — this kind of shift in pain patterns is genuinely hard to navigate, but finding what works for your current pattern is absolutely possible! 💙

August 30
A MyFibroTeam Member

Thank you! Makes me feel less alone!

August 30

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