Fibromyalgia Treatment in Clearwater, FL
Fibromyalgia is a complex, chronic pain disorder. When it strikes, your body may experience widespread pain and intense fatigue.
Family Life Chiropractic offers fibromyalgia treatment in Clearwater, FL. With over 30 years of experience, our Clearwater chiropractor has seen dozens of patients with fibromyalgia. Dr. Jere is an expert at identifying the underlying source of pain and can help you find long-term relief.
Learn more about fibromyalgia and what we can do to help treat it here.
What Is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a debilitating condition that causes widespread pain. It affects about 2% of the adult population and occurs in people of all ages, even children. The cause of fibromyalgia isn’t clear, though stress and genetics may predispose you to the condition.
What Does Fibromyalgia Feel Like?
Fibromyalgia pain is a dull ache that typically stems from the muscles. The pain is widespread, which means it occurs on both sides of your body as well as above and below your waist. Many people with fibromyalgia report burning pain or the feeling of pins and needles.
What Causes Fibromyalgia?
The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. However, Dr. Jere finds the most common triggers to be a combination of the following:
- Emotional or physical trauma
- Viral infections or other illnesses
- Lack of sleep
- Poor nutrition or digestive issues
- Chronic adrenal problems
- Hormone imbalance
- Allergies or yeast problems
Many people with fibromyalgia also experience other coexisting conditions, such as:
- Anxiety or depression
- Chronic headaches or migraines
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Endometriosis
Fibromyalgia is most common among women aged 25 to 50. However, while more women are diagnosed with fibromyalgia, men and children can develop it too.
Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Widespread joint and muscle pain are the hallmark symptoms of fibromyalgia. However, it affects everyone differently. You may experience the following symptoms, with varying levels of severity, including:
- Pain that varies in location and intensity
- Muscle cramps and spasms
- Burning or itching skin
- Balance problems
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea and bloating
- Fatigue and decreased energy
- Insomnia or waking up feeling like you just went to sleep
- Difficulty concentrating or performing simple tasks
Fibromyalgia symptoms are chronic, though they may fluctuate throughout the day. If the condition isn’t diagnosed early on, signs can carry on indefinitely — or they may disappear for months and recur later.
How to Treat Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia can’t be diagnosed with a lab test, which means diagnosis is based on symptoms.
Our chiropractor, Dr. Jere, will use muscle testing to determine what triggers your fibromyalgia. He’ll also assess your diet to identify food allergies or nutrient deficiencies.
Dr. Jere will treat your fibromyalgia symptoms with gentle chiropractic adjustment and nutritional counseling.
Traditional medicine typically prescribes painkillers or antidepressants to mask fibromyalgia symptoms. Not only can this have undesirable side effects, but it could also worsen your condition. Dr. Jere uses effective chiropractic treatments to treat fibromyalgia pain at its source.
Fibromyalgia Chiropractor in Clearwater, FL
For over 30 years, Dr. Jere has provided the Clearwater community with convenient, affordable chiropractic care.
Family Life Chiropractic offers fibromyalgia treatment among our alternative health services. Call 727-447-4647 or contact us to learn more about how we can treat your debilitating fibromyalgia pain today!