141. Arthritis Research Campaign | Fibromyalgia fibromyalgia is a type of rheumatism which affects the muscles and ligaments but not the joints. back to last page. What is fibromyalgia? http://www.arc.org.uk/about_arth/booklets/6013/6013.htm

scotland + n. ireland north wales + midlands east + southeast ... south + southwest What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a type of rheumatism which affects the muscles and ligaments but not the joints. It will not cause permanent damage but it will last for months or years. Because there are no outward signs, other people may not appreciate the pain and tiredness you are suffering. People with fibromyalgia often look well and feel awful. It is a common condition, sometimes so severe that it interferes with personal and family life. In fibromyalgia the fibrous tissues ( fibro- ) and muscles ( -my ) are affected by pain ( -algia ) and tenderness. The pain may often feel as though it affects the whole body. Tender points are usually present in certain areas of the body. These help the doctor to make the diagnosis. If enough pressure is applied to these places most people will find it uncomfortable but in fibromyalgia there is a change in the threshold at which pressure causes pain and many of these points can be extremely tender. Some typical tender points are shown below. Tenderness at individual sites sometimes occurs and this can give rise to localised conditions such as tennis elbow. In fibromyalgia, however, there is tenderness at a number of points.

142. Treatment For Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) In Nort A medical clinic offering interdisciplinary treatment for chronic pain, and other medical problems including fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. North Carolina. http://www.blueridgeclinical.com

1829 E. Franklin St., Bldg 200A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Interdisciplinary treatment for chronic pain and other medical problems Home Dr. Alan Spanos Our Practice Pain Treatment ... Directions Alan Spanos MD, MA has specialized in the treatment of chronic pain since 1986. He is trained in internal medicine, family practice and anesthesiology, and also has postgraduate training in acupuncture and in clinical hypnosis. As well as practicing medicine, he teaches at hospitals and medical schools nationwide on pain and its treatment. Special interests: Treatment of complex pain conditions Advanced medications for pain treatment Individualized pain treatment regimens Treatment for fibromyalgia syndrome Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS): diagnosis and treatment Myofascial pain syndromes Acupuncture treatment for pain Additional services at our office: Physical therapy Our physical therapist is Cheri Hall, MS, PT. Physical therapy includes various methods of pain treatment, which are often much more effective when coordinated with other treatments “under one roof,” as at our office. Compounding pharmacy Sharing our office space is the Compounding Center of Chapel Hill, a specialized pharmacy that can make up medications individually formulated for particular patients. This is called “compounding.” For some patients, it's very helpful that pain medications be prepared for their unique needs. The pharmacist is Tom Oakley, RPh.

143. MED-HELP.COM Medical Information, Ask the Nurses, Medical Library, Medical Links, Medical News, Medication Information, fibromyalgia, CFIDS, Non Profit Medical Ministry. http://www.med-help.com

Disabled and or Retired Nurses and Doctors Wanted...... CLICK HERE!..... A Non Profit Christian Medical Ministry Your Family Medical Site Medical Research A Health on the net foundation (HON) approved Medical Site A Non Profit Christian Medical Ministry. To better view this site, set your monitor display settings to: 800 x 600 or higher! Inside You Will Find Ask The Nurses Ask The Doctors Medical Library Emergency Child Birth ... A/V Medical Chat Over 3,000 Medical links- 500 pages- Graphics, Pictures, Videos, Visit our Table of Contents!

144. CFIDS/Fibromyalgia Self-Help - Home Page A solutionoriented self-help program for people coping with CFIDS, fibromyalgia or related illnesses. Program illness. http://www.cfidsselfhelp.org/

Offering self-help resources for people with CFIDS (chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome), fibromyalgia and related illnesses. Search for: Internet Self-Help Course Meet fellow patients and learn pacing, stress management, problem-solving and other practical coping strategies in a structured, supportive setting. Signup now for classes that begin June 14, 2004. More Info... Books and CDs Learn practical strategies for managing your illness in our "Self-Help Book." Dr. Charles Lapp writes: "I have encouraged virtually all of my patients to read this book and follow Campbell's advice." Listen to the self-study version of our course on CD. More Info... Symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis (chances for improvement) and treatments. Read Feature Article Meeting the Challenges of Long-Term Illness Controlling Stress Through Relaxation Relaxation is a powerful stress reducer. Here are three techniques to try.

145. EMedicine - Fibromyalgia : Article By John Winfield, MD fibromyalgia Currently, fibromyalgia (FM) and other chronic pain and fatigue syndromes constitute a huge societal burden that is not being approached http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic790.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Rheumatology Fibromyalgia Last Updated: October 9, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: FM, FMS, fibromyalgia syndrome, fibrositis, widespread chronic pain syndrome, tension myalgia, diffuse myofascial pain, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, psychologic distress, poor sleep, chronic fatigue syndrome, allodynia, hyperalgesia, biopsychosocial disorder AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: John Winfield, MD , Director, Thurston Arthritis Research Center, Program Director, Herman and Louise Smith Distinguished Professor of Medicine in Arthritis, Professor, Department of Medicine, University of North Carolina Hospitals John Winfield, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: American Association of Immunologists American College of Rheumatology , Association of American Physicians, and North Carolina Medical Society Editor(s): Kristine M Lohr, MD

146. CFS/FMS/MCS/GWS/Lyme Information Page For people interested in chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, multiple chemical sensitivities, Lyme disease, and/or Gulf war syndrome. http://web.tampabay.rr.com/lymecfs/

©Marilyn J. Kerr RN 1997-2002 TEXT I wish to personally welcome you to this web site. It has been created, with love, for you. When we first get diagnosed (or wonder if we should be diagnosed), I know too well how difficult it is to find information about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (aka CFIDS, M.E.), Lyme, and/or Fibromyalgia Syndrome. There are a myriad of sites that bring you the basics, and I try to present you those basics as well as information slightly beyond. At the moment, there is no cause nor cure. There are no magic bullets. This disease is so complex, no one drug will work. This is not a disease of just your muscles, your immune system, your sleep dysfunction, your hormones, your nutritional deficiencies, your NMH, or your gut; it is a cluster of symptoms that involve every system of your body. Treating it, therefore, involves testing and treating those deficiencies. The controversies surrounding that and the differences in our health contribute to our stress. My new job is to help us sort that all out. Hugs, Marilyn K

147. Fibromyalgia, Insomnia And Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - I Found Relief Dominie s fibromyalgia Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Homepage. Request my FREE Newsletter. I invite you to read My fibromyalgia Story and My Chronic Fatigue Story. http://www.fms-help.com/

FMS-HELP.com Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Homepage Request my FREE Newsletter Site Contents: Home Page My Fibromyalgia Story My Chronic Fatigue Story JOIN THE MILLION LETTER CAMPAIGN OCTOBER 1, 2004 ... Suicidal feelings DOMINIE'S FMS/CFIDS NEWSLETTERS: MAY 2004 APRIL 2004 MARCH 2004 FEBRUARY 2004 ... Search this site by keyword I am not a medical doctor. I am a fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue syndrome survivor. The purpose of this site is not to diagnose or cure any disease or malady, but is presented as food for thought. What you read on this site is based on my own history and ideas. This information cannot take the place of professional medical advice. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should come under the direction of a physician. No guarantees are made regarding any of the information in this site. My name is Dominie Soo Bush. I am a piano teacher and church musician in Green Cove Springs, Florida. I developed fibromyalgia in 1982 due to severe emotional stress and job stress while working as a legal secretary. I suffered with debilitating muscle pain and stiffness, fatigue, insomnia and depression. I consulted doctors in many cities. They all prescribed drugs, but nothing really helped and I felt like a zombie! I tried chiropractic, physical therapy and massage therapy and took vitamins by the handfuls. It was all very frustrating, not to mention expensive! I also had serious hormonal, neurological and allergy problems. I later developed CFIDS after an encounter with an especially nasty virus.

148. Fibromyalgia Recovery Program For Fibromyalgia - FibroFree fibromyalgia Recovery Program for fibromyalgia sufferers. This is the treatment of Firbromyalgia. The fibromyalgia Recovery Program. http://www.fibrofree.com/

The Fibromyalgia Recovery Program The Fibromyalgia Recovery Program offers a comprehensive natural approach to the complex problem of Fibromyalgia The Fibromyalgia Recovery Program was developed by Dr. Rob Robertson and Dr. Bill Hennen in late 1999. It is the most comprehensive program ever developed for the treatment of the Fibromyalgia syndrome . It addresses all of the health conditions that are known to exist with Fibromyalgia sufferers. I have created this site to try and help others with this health problem. This program helped me get my life back. I suffered with Fibromyalgia for over 20 years. Since this program helped me, I think it could help just about anyone. Ed Murry The Fibromyalgia syndrome is a very complex health issue. It can't be addressed successfully with one-dimensional approaches. The comprehensive nature of this program along with the quality and effectiveness of the individual products are why you can expect success with the FibroFree TM Fibromyalgia Recovery Program. It is important that you understand how these products work in order to gain confidence in the program. Please browse through the site to learn more about it. It is our wish that you become completely healthy again. You don't have to learn to live with it any more.

149. EEG Spectrum International Neurofeedback can be helpful for chronic pain and fibromyalgia. This site has information, articles, and case histories on Neurofeedback for chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and migraine and tension headaches. http://www.eegspectrum.com/

Find a Provider Professional Training Para contactarnos en Español hacer "clic" aqui. Neurofeedback : "Brain Training" is used to help ADHD, depression, anxiety, migraines, panic attacks, PTSD, seizures, cognitive performance, mood and many other brain based problems. Click here for a complete list Find a Neurofeedback Provider. Including psychologists, MDs, therapists, RNs, and other health providers. Courses for Professionals What is Neurofeedback? How does it work? An Introduction and excellent FAQ. Information about Neurofeedback Instruments EEG Spectrum International, Inc. The leading provider of Education in Neurofeedback. Contact us for more information The material presented in this website includes many results which have been obtained in a clinical setting, and they do not yet have grounding in research under more controlled conditions. They must therefore be regarded as preliminary and experimental. EEG Spectrum International Inc. brings the latest info to your mailbox. We have a variety of different newsletters and forums that you may become a part of. Click here to go to our Subscriptions Main Page Neurofeedback Today "The literature...suggests that EEG Biofeedback Therapy should play a major therapeutic role in many difficult areas. In my opinion, if any medication had demonstrated such a wide spectrum of efficacy it would be universally accepted and widely used."

150. Fibromyalgia Research Center fibromyalgia Research Center. University of Washington Medical Center 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356540 Seattle, Washington 98195. What is fibromyalgia? http://depts.washington.edu/fibroctr/

Fibromyalgia Research Center University of Washington Medical Center 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356540 Seattle, Washington 98195 What is Fibromyalgia? What causes Fibromyalgia? What are the symptoms of FMS? Treatments for FMS ... If you are interested in finding out more about our study or finding out if you qualify for the study What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a common form of muscular pain and fatigue. The word fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments and tendons. Syndrome means a set of symptoms that occur together. FMS affects 3 to 6 million Americans, and is 6 to 8 times more common in women than in men Because the pain and symptoms of FMS are not visible, it may be underdiagnosed. FMS is not a form of arthritis, although the symptoms may be similar FMS is a chronic condition that affects all areas of life and can be very disabling. What causes Fibromyalgia? The cause of FMS is currently unknown There is nothing people with FMS did to cause the pain and other symptoms The onset of FMS may follow an illness like the flu, a traumatic incident like an automobile accident or fall, or emotional stress

151. Heralding Hope fibromyalgia, arthritis and chronic fatigue documentary. fibromyalgia pain perishes in 7 days to 7 weeks. Modern bionutrition technology/urine/saliva analysis. HHFI has a good reputation with Migriane, Lupus, Hormone Dysfunctions, and wieght loss. http://www.banet.com/heraldinghope

152. Fibromyalgia Coalition International Tip Of The Day. For a foot soak, mix Epsom salts and hot water in a large pan. Drop in marbles. Massage feet on the marbles and soak 510 minutes. http://www.fibrocoalition.org/

Tip Of The Day If your legs won't stop prickling and jerking when you try to sleep, soak your feet in warm water for 20 minutes before bedtime. The heat increases blood flow to the legs, calming the nervous system.

153. Fibromyalgia - Treatments For Fatigue, Sleep Disturbances, Digestive Disorders, Which fibromyalgia treatments really work, and which don’t? Remedyfind is an unbiased, international site where individuals and physicians rate the http://remedyfind.com/hc-Fibromyalgia.asp

ADD/ADHD ALLERGIES ANXIETY DISORDERS ARTHRITIS: OSTEOARTHRITIS ... WEIGHT LOSS MORE TO COME... Search: entire Remedyfind site in ADD/ADHD in Allergies in Anxiety Disorders in Arthritis: Osteoarthritis in Arthritis: Rheumatoid in Asthma in Autism Spectrum Disorders in Back Pain in Bipolar Disorder in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Crohn's Disease / Ulcerative Colitis in Depression in Eating Disorders in Endometriosis in Epilepsy in Fibromyalgia in Gastrointestinal Disorders in Headaches in Interstitial Cystitis (Coming Soon) in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Lupus in Multiple Sclerosis in Narcolepsy in Sexual Performance / Dysfunction in Sleep Apnea in Sleep Disorders in Smoking Cessation in Weight Loss HOME ABOUT HELP CONTACT Tuesday, June 08, 2004 Home > Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia Video Library Discover what really works - subscribe to RemedyFind Fibromyalgia newsletter. Each free email newsletter is sent out every two months and features member ratings, inspiring personal stories and the latest research findings. Fibromyalgia Newsletter We value your privacy: we do not sell or rent email addresses to anyone. Your email address will ONLY be used for the purpose of sending you this newsletter, and you'll be free to unsubscribe at any time.

154. Advanced Techniques For Overcoming CFS, FMS And GWS Techniques for dealing with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and Gulf War syndromes. http://www.beatcfsandfms.org/

Advanced Techniques For Overcoming CFS, FMS and GWS The #1 Web Site On The Internet For CFS, FMS, and GWS. Overview This web site is dedicated to helping people suffering from: * Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) * Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) * Gulf War Syndrome (GWS) This site is unique in that it provide a treatment approach for battling these illnesses. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) involves feeling fatigued for much of the day, and lasting more than 6mths. Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) involves soreness in the soft tissues that lasts during much of the day. CFS, FMS and GWS are related, since many people in these groups have overlapping symptoms, and we will collectively refer to them as CFS/FMS. To see how similar GWS is to CFS, click here to view a comparison of symptoms in approximately 650 Desert Storm veterans suffering from Desert Storm Illness with symptoms of CFIDS, as noted in REFERENCE #9 . The USA Center For Disease Control (CDC) reports that CFS affects over 500,000 Americans as noted in REFERENCE #6 Web Site Outline Below is an outline of this website: Plans Of Action Web Site Table Of Contents Declaring War On Your Illness CFS Strategy FMS Strategy ... Recommended Research Background Information BeatCfsAndFms Homepage and News Healing Your Gut Oxygen , and Energy Synthesis Hypoglycemia Fungi Sulfites and Calcium/Phosphorus Brain Chemistry , Noradrenaline Medicine and Theory All Neurotransmitters * Mercury Impairments Testing and Detoxification Resources Locating a CFS/FMS Doctor Vitamin Suppliers Test Labs , and

155. Diagnosis And Treatment Of Fibromyalgia Diagnostic criteria for fibromyalgia include unexplained pain (tender points) typically located at 11 or more of 18 specific sites on the body. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/977865667.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Neurology Women's Health By keywords: pain Fibromyalgia tender points Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Diagnosis and Treatment of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a poorly understood medical condition characterized by soft tissue pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance and widely distributed areas of tenderness known as tender points. It is a chronic condition with no cure that affects about 3.4% of women and 0.5 % of men. There is no laboratory test to diagnose fibromyalgia, which previously caused some health care providers to believe the condition to be psychosomatic, or brought on by the individual’s emotions. However, recent research has shown that fibromyalgia patients typically have altered sleep patterns and brain chemistry. Many report awakening repeatedly and not being refreshed by sleep. Furthermore, sleep disturbances (as well as stress) may lead to symptoms of fibromyalgia. One-third of patients with fibromyalgia also have low insulin growth factor levels, which indicates low growth hormone secretion. Researchers have also found that fibromyalgia patients have elevated levels of a neurotransmitter cerebrospinal fluid substance P which is associated with enhanced pain perception. Fibromyalgia patients also have low production of the steroid cortisol in contrast to higher-than-normal levels found in depression patients. These disturbances in the nervous and endocrine systems may cause fibromyalgia. In essence, pain is not caused by inflammation or damage, but is instead associated with a central defect in pain processing. Some speculate that physical or psychological trauma may cause such changes in the central nervous system, leading to fibromyalgia.

156. For Parents Of Sick And Worn-Out Children Deals with pediatric chronic fatigue syndrome, neurally mediated hypotension, fibromyalgia and other related syndromes. By Frank Albrecht, PhD. http://www.bluecrab.org/health/sickids/sickids.htm

157. Frankleavitt Fibrofog, fibromyalgia and Dissociation fibromyalgia, Fibrofog and Dissociation. This page has been accessed times. Send Email to fleavitt@rush.edu. http://www.webspawner.com/users/frankleavitt/

WebSpawner Page Machine HealthLinks.net healingwell.com Fibrofog, Fibromyalgia and Dissociation Understanding why some memory-impaired patients with fibromyalgia score normally on neuropsychological testing. Frank Leavitt, Ph.D. fleavitt@rush.edu Our clinical and research experience suggests a way of unraveling the mysterious discrepancy between patient conviction and neuropsychological findings. Instead of the flaw residing in the patient complaint, it may well be that these patients as a group are being held to the wrong standards. Testing logic often takes the following form: if memory deficits fail to be demonstrated by scores on standard measures of memory that operationally define level of impairment, then fibromyalgia patients are overestimating or overplaying the severity of their memory decline. The logic is flawed because it does not account fully for the many ways memory failures arise and overlooks shortcomings in the testing process. A process prominently linked to memory impairment is dissociation. Dissociation is a failure to integrate experiences that normally go together. Short-term memory complaints of dissociatives are well known to mimic the complaints of patients with fibromyalgia that we now refer to as fibrofog . Level of dissociation fluctuates in intensity throughout the day. Variation is likely to be influenced by daily stress. With rising intensity, sensory experience is transformed into haze like sensations leaving the patients feeling as if enveloped in a fog. At more severe intensity, lapses in memory are likely to occur leaving the individual unable to remember what was said, done or planned. But cognitive testing at levels of dissociative intensity (low) that are less apt to affect memory should yield normal performance.

158. Natural Health And Weight Management Information on this South Dakota clinic and services provided for fibromyalgia and candida. http://www.spa2000sd.com/

159. Fibromyalgia Fact Sheet Back to ACR Fact Sheets. fibromyalgia. WHAT IS fibromyalgia? fibromyalgia (FM extremities. CAUSE. The cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. There http://www.rheumatology.org/public/factsheets/fibromya.asp?aud=pat

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WOMEN'S THERAPY CENTER Devoted To Women's Physical and Emotional Health Ditza Katz, PT, Ph.D. Ross Lynn Tabisel, CSW, Ph.D. 54-A Sunnyside Blvd., Plainview, NY 11803 Phone (516) 576-1118 Fax (516) 576-8876 Email: womentc@aol.com Have you seen us in Private Pain - NBC's News segment about Vaginismus? Did you read about us in Glamour W elcome to WOMEN'S THERAPY CENTER! We offer a unique body-mind treatment approach to the following health concerns of women: Vaginismus Dyspareunia Vulvodynia Vulvar Vestibulitis Sexual Dysfunctions Female Adolescent Problems Treatment is intense and uninterrupted, with both professionals present for the duration of the session so that any emotional and physical concern may be addressed right on the spot. Therapeutic approaches include hands-on intervention, sex therapy, counseling, guidance in the areas of self-care and personal hygiene, urogynecologic/sexual care, patient and partner education, and alternative medicine. The ultimate goal is to enable the patient to lead a healthy life. Our patients favorably comment about their extreme comfort and confidence in the fact that the treatments are rendered exclusively by women for women, unlike their past experiences with male practitioners where openness and expression of feelings were difficult and embarrassing.

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