Fibromyalgia Resources

Nerve & Muscle Therapies

• TENS Units
• Epsom Salts
• Acupuncture
• *Gentle* massage

Medication

• Nerve Blockers to dull nerve pain
• NSAIDs to decrease inflammation & pain
• SNRIs to increase Serotonin
• Sedative medications to improve sleep
• Supplements such as Magnesium & 5-HTP
• Medical Marijuana

Barometric Pressure Tools

• WeatherX Forecast App notifies you of upcoming pressure shifts that may trigger a flare-up

Topical Treatments

• Dr. Bronner’s Arnica Balm
• Tiger Balm
• CBD or Hemp balms
• Ginger balm
• Lidocaine

Stress Management

• Smartwatch with body battery
• Therapy for anxiety and/or trauma
• UMICH’s free Fibromyalgia Guide
• Meditation
• Online or in-person support groups

Rest

• Avoid all-nighters & going to bed late
• Take it easy when you have a flare-up to decrease the length of the flare
• Rest between tasks to prevent flare-ups

Mobility Tools

• Canes, Crutches & Walkers are tools of choice for many fibro warriors

Temperature Therapy

• Rice heat bags
• Electric heating pads
• Ice packs
• Biofreeze cream

Light Exercise

• Yoga, Tai Chi or pilates
• Swimming or water aerobics
• Walking
• Physiotherapy
• Light stretching in bed for morning stiffness

Schedule Boundaries

• Don’t overwork yourself when you don’t have to
• Opt for a flexible job if you can
• Adjust your schedule to your body, not your body to your schedule
• Learn to say, “No” & cancel plans when needed