Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome characterized by severe pain and tender points throughout the body. It typically affects women beginning in their 20s and 30s; however, it can affect anyone at any age. Fibromyalgia is most often a diagnosis of exclusion in individuals experiencing the condition for longer than three months.
A “diagnosis of exclusion” is a medical term used when all other potential causes of a client’s symptoms have been ruled out through diagnostic tests. In the context of fibromyalgia, this means that the diagnosis is often reached not because there is definitive evidence confirming it but because there is no evidence supporting any other explanation. It is important to note that this doesn’t make fibromyalgia any less real or severe; it simply reflects the complexities and challenges in understanding and diagnosing this condition.
It’s crucial to seek treatment from a fibromyalgia treatment center with expertise in the field. TRU Wellness Center’s Minnesota location offers fibromyalgia treatment as just one of many conditions we treat. To ensure effective management and fibromyalgia therapy, contact TRU Wellness Center today at 888.680.7025.
How to Diagnose Fibromyalgia
Criteria for a diagnosis rely on both physical exam findings and a thorough client interview. During the exam, the physician will press on various points on the body to identify areas of tenderness and pain. These tender points are often located in the neck, shoulders, chest, hips, elbows, and knees. In addition to these tender points, a client must also experience widespread pain throughout their body for at least three months. Symptoms can often include the following:
- Extreme fatigue
- Difficulties in concentration or processing information
- Pain and tenderness in specific areas without trauma (usually the spine, shoulders, neck, and hips)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Inability to complete normal daily activities
TRU Wellness Center offers a professional fibromyalgia treatment center in Arizona and Minnesota. We can help you or a loved one manage fibromyalgia and any associated mental health conditions like anxiety or depression that accompany it.
Fibromyalgia Treatment Options
There are various treatment options available for fibromyalgia, each aimed at managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for those affected. A multimodal approach is often recommended, combining prescribed medication and non-pharmacological treatments. Some common medications used are analgesics, antidepressants, and anti-seizure drugs, which can help alleviate pain and improve sleep quality.
An emerging and promising treatment option is ketamine therapy. Ketamine, initially used as an anesthetic, has shown potential in treating chronic pain syndromes, including fibromyalgia. It functions by blocking certain pain receptors in the brain and can provide significant relief for some clients. Several studies have suggested that ketamine can effectively mitigate the pain associated with fibromyalgia, often when other treatments have failed.
Other non-pharmacological treatments include physical therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, a healthy diet, and good sleep hygiene. TRU Wellness Center in Minnesota offers specialized fibromyalgia treatment programs, including ketamine nasal spray therapy, to help clients manage their symptoms and lead healthier lives.
Contact TRU Wellness Center Today
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and your treatment regimen is not effective, TRU Wellness Center can offer help. Along with your physical therapist, mental health provider, and primary care physician, you have the potential to achieve the outcome you have been waiting for.
We offer comprehensive outpatient and telehealth treatment addressing many conditions, including the following:
- Substance use disorder
- Anxiety disorder
- Major depressive disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Chronic and acute pain
- Migraines
- Neuropathic pain
Do not wait to seek help for fibromyalgia treatment. Call 888.680.7025 or contact TRU Wellness Center online to learn about our programs and services, verify insurance, or get started with treatment today.