Fibromyalgia: “A Natural Approach to Chronic Pain and Fatigue”

Fibromyalgia is characterized by chronic widespread pain and stiffness of the musculo-skeletal system (muscles and joints), fatigue and sleep disturbances among other non-specific symptoms. This syndrome, which is most common in women, can be difficult to diagnose with some sufferers going for years and seeing multiple physicians before a definitive diagnosis is made. A multidiscipline lifestyle management approach to caring for people with Fibromyalgia has proven beneficial to most sufferers. Presentation discusses:

1. Nature and causes of Fibromyalgia
2. Nutritional considerations
3. Chronic pain and coping
4. Harmful effects of stress with Fibromyalgia
5. The value of rehabilitation/reconditioning with Fibromyalgia