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Fibromyalgia
Over the last ten years, Fibromyalgia has become an increasingly
common diagnosis. 10%.20% of new patients in a rheumatology
practice have Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS), and approximately
2% of the U.S. population (3.6 million people) are thought to
have the condition. Because of the widespread musculoskeletal
manifestations of this condition, patients suffering from it
are very likely to seek chiropractic care.
Some
Aspects of Chiropractic Treatment
1) Evaluate posture, ergonomics, and biomechanics. Apply postural
training, stretching, strengthening as needed.
2) Chiropractic spinal evaluation with chiropractic manipulative
therapy (adjustments) to dysfunctional areas. Combine this
treatment with appropriate home care, de-emphasize, passive
treatment, and avoid frequent manipulation of hypermobile
areas.
3) Massage, trigger point therapy, and related soft tissue
techniques.
4) Mobilization. “Muscle Energy Technique” Especially
useful if patient is unable to tolerate high velocity adjusting.
