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Group Exercise, Education, and Combination Self-Management in Women with...

Fibromyalgia is a complex, poorly understood disorder characterized by diffuse chronic pain, fatigue, disturbed sleep, depression, and low tolerance for physical exertion.  Pharmacological treatments...

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Evidence Suggests the Pain in Fibromyalgia is Real

Pam, a short, pleasing looking woman in her early 50’s, has days when her body hurts so much that just arising from bed and going to the bathroom is an act of physical courage.  “Some days are awful....

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Savella – A New Drug Approved for the Treatment of Fibromyalgia

Savella The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved a new drug called Savella (milnacipran HCL) for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Savella is categorized as an antidepressant, belonging to...

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Effectiveness of Tai Chi for Musculoskeletal Pain Reviewed

Tai Chi Poses Tai Chi, a popular form of exercise involving stylized and controlled movements, has been advocated as a way to manage pain, maximize function, and improve quality of life for a variety...

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Does Exercise Help to Manage Fibromyalgia

(Mizelle, K. & Fontaine K.R. Exercise and physical activity for fibromyalgia. J Musculoskel Med. 2011;28:310-316.) Fibromyalgia has no cure and the management of this condition is difficult. Both...

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