I'm 18, and I've been diagnosed with fibromyalgia since I was 16. I'm working on a few non-medical ways of managing it, and I thought I would ask for second opinions of what works best.
Yoga, pilates, swimming, walking? Massage therapy or acupuncture? Clinical psychology? Magnesium supplemants? Diet? And is there anyone else out there who is under 25, and suffering with fibromyalgia? Most people seem to be in the 30s and above age range. Are there any online support groups for under 25s?
Ways I treat myself:
Medical: I see a sports specialist, who deals with a lot of people who have fibromyalgia. I'm on a type of antidepressant, mirtazapine, which also serves as a muscle relaxant.
Physical: My doctor suggested I try either massage therapy or acupuncture, to help with the muscle pain. I went for massage therapy, but I've since switched to acupuncture. I still see a massage therapist for relaxation, but I find that acupunture is really effective. I also try to do swimming and short walks regularly, and am just starting to learn yoga. I will also be starting pain management classes soon.
Mental: I was diagnosed with anxiety and depreesion (mostly circumstantial) earlier this year, and have been getting counseling and clinical psychology to help deal with the pain and feelings that come with it.
I'm thinking of starting up a forum for people with fibromyalgia, all ages. Please email me if you're interested!







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I have several friends who have fibromyalgia. They have been taking a natural product called Reliv for a couple of months and are doing a lot better. One of them stopped using their cane after taking the products, another is now symptom free. Reliv has been featured in BusinessWeek, Forbes, Fortune, and others because it is giving so many people their lives back . I would be happy to tell you more, just send me an email.
Take care and God bless,
Michael
worknman73@yahoo.com
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