Fibromyalgia (FM) is a disorder classified by the presence of chronic widespread pain with or without a painful stimulus. While the criteria for such an entity have not yet been thoroughly developed, the recognition that fibromyalgia involves more than just pain has led to the frequent use of the term "fibromyalgia syndrome". It is not contagious nor is it directly life-threatening. The degree of symptoms may vary greatly from day to day with periods of flares (severe worsening of symptoms) or remission; however, the disorder is generally perceived as non-progressive.

The defining symptoms of fibromyalgia are chronic, widespread pain and tenderness to light touch. Other symptoms can include moderate to severe fatigue, a heightened and painful response to gentle touch, needle-like tingling of the skin, muscle aches, prolonged muscle spasms, weakness in the limbs, nerve pain, functional bowel disturbances, chronic sleep disturbances and cognitive dysfunction (known as "brain fog","fibrofog", or "neurological disorganization" ), which may be characterized by impaired concentration, problems with short or long-term memory, inability to multi-task, cognitive overload, diminished atttention span and anxiety and depressive symptoms.

Although fibromyalgia is classified based on the presence of chronic widespread pain, pain may also be localized in areas such as the shoulders, neck, low back, hips, or other areas. Many sufferers also experience varying degrees of facial pain and have high rates of TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) disorders. Eye problems such as eye pain, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, and fluctuating visual clarity, can also be a symptom of the condition.

Arthritis is a group of conditions involving damage or inflammation to the joints of the body. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in people older than fifty-five years. There are different forms of arthritis; each has a different cause. The most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) is a result of trauma to the joint, infection of the joint or nervous disruption to the joint.

How Can Chiropractic Help Me?
Your chiropractor is trained in diagnosing nervous disfunctions of your body. There is always a reason for an ill reaction in your body. The doctor will take a health history, examine your body and nervous system, investigate your pains, evaluate your dietary intake and then diagnose and treat your condition with low force adjusting techniques.

Dr. Thauberger has had great success in treating this and many other conditions, why not give him a call for an appointment to see if he can help you too.