If you have Fibromyalgia and you have chronic myofascial pain syndrome - what treatments worked?

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I've been suffering with Chronic Myofascial pin in my upper back all the way across & the only thing that really stops the pain is if I lay down (I'm not going into that business). I have NOT been to a therapist that specializes in myofascial pain but I do see a LMT every 2 weeks. I take muscle relaxers & Tramadol along with other pain relievers. Help!
I have had some luck with a supplement called d-ribose (corvalen is the brand name I use) it has helped with energy and pain some.  (+ info)

Is Generalized Myofascial Pain Syndrome a diagnose or symptom?

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I was diagnosed by a WSIB Specialist with Generalized Myofascial Pain Syndrome

My Adjudicator at Workers Safety Board says Myofascial Pain Syndromes is a symtom not a diagnosis. I think she is wrong.
Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic form of muscle pain. The pain of myofascial pain syndrome centers around sensitive points in your muscles called trigger points. The trigger points in your muscles can be painful when touched. And the pain can spread throughout the affected muscle.

In medicine and psychology, the term syndrome refers to the association of several clinically recognizable features, signs (observed by a physician), symptoms (reported by the patient), phenomena or characteristics that often occur together, so that the presence of one feature alerts the physician to the presence of the others.The description of a syndrome usually includes a number of essential characteristics, which when concurrent lead to the diagnosis of the condition. Frequently these are classified as a combination of typical major symptoms and signs - essential to the diagnosis - together with minor findings, some or all of which may be absent.  (+ info)

Is Myofascial Pain Syndrome a serious condition that needs urgent medical attention?

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I have been diagnosed with MPS by a Physical Therapist years ago and have udergone several therapy sessions but unfortunately, i felt no improvements. I have also consulted a neurologist who seemed to be oblivious and unbelieving about my condition and keeps prescribing pain relievers, anti-depressants (more like a trial and error.) I feel like my condition is worsening and chronically affecting my lifestyle.
Can anyone suggest how can i effectively deal with this condition? I live in the Philippines so i would appreciate someone who will advise me where the best way to go for a treatment here.
Your not alone!

I also have this disease. Check out the following links.

http://www.delphiforums.com/
http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/myofascial-pain-syndrome

I have a physical medicine specialist (Physiatrist) we have run the gammet of things to try. Here is a list of what we found helps me.

Anti-inflamatory

Muscle relaxer (one that works through the central nerveous system)

Pain Killer (mild opiod)

Physical therapy (but not just anykind) its called Feldenkrais

Tense Unit (muscle stimulator)

Again, YOUR NOT ALONE
Please email me anytime you wish I will respond as quickly as possible.  (+ info)

Does anyone know of a good forum/chat room about myofascial pain syndrome?

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I have tried various suppliments and have some theories as to what could make the pain worse. I would like to see if others have experienced the same thing.
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What exactly is myofascial pain syndrome?

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Can anyone explain this to me? How it effects the body? I've heard it's "like" fibromyalgia.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome (or MPS) is a term used to describe one of the conditions characterized by chronic pain. It is associated with and caused by "trigger points" (TrPs), which are localized and sometimes painful contractures ('knots') found in any skeletal muscle of the body. The symptoms can range from referred pain through myofascial trigger points to specific pains in other areas of the body.

MPS may be related to a closer-studied complex condition known as fibromyalgia. By accepted definition, the pain of fibromyalgia is generalized, occurring above and below the waist and on both sides of the body. On the other hand, myofascial pain is more often described as occurring in a more limited area of the body, for example, only around the shoulder and neck, and on only one side of the body.

Neither MPS or FMS is thought to be an inflammatory or degenerative condition, and the best evidence suggests that the problem is one of an altered pain threshold, with more pain reported for a given amount of painful stimuli. This altered pain threshold can be manifest as increased muscle tenderness, especially in the certain areas, e.g., the trapezius muscle. These syndromes tend to occur more often in women than in men, and the pain may be associated with fatigue and sleep disturbances.

The precise cause of MPS is not fully understood and is undergoing research in several medical fields.  (+ info)

where can i get information about intercoastal myofascial pain syndrome?

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webmd.com and wikipedia have very limited information, and the major earch engines don't turn up much either.
I have written an article about Fibromyalgia which is connected to myofascial pain syndrome. I've enclosed the link and hope that this gives you the information you need.

If you have any further questions please let me know,
Billie77  (+ info)

How do u know if its myofascial pain or fibromyalgia?

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I dont get tired or have problems with sleep like most people with fibro have problems with. The only thing i have is pain and achines every now and then for 8 yrs already.
Here is the best fibromyalgia site I know of,, you really should look at it,, it will answer your question far better than what I could write you,,
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fibromyalgia/DS00079

and here is a good site that will let you know if you have nerve pain or what. Good luck
http://health.discovery.com/centers/pain/nerve/nerve.html  (+ info)

hi i have myofascial pain syndrome and i want to lose weight!?

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can someone tell me on what i can do to lose weight and not hurt my self.
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What is Myofascial Pain Syndrome?

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What are the factors and management of these syndrome?
Introduction

Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) is a fancy way to describe muscle pain. It refers to pain and inflammation in the bodys soft tissues.

Myofascial pain is a chronic condition that affects the fascia (connective tissue that covers the muscles). Myofascial pain syndrome may involve either a single muscle or a muscle group. In some cases, the area where a person experiences the pain may not be where the myofascial pain generator is located. Experts believe that the actual site of the injury or the strain prompts the development of a trigger point that, in turn, causes pain in other areas. This situation is known as referred pain.

What Causes Myofascial Pain?

Myofascial pain may develop from a muscle injury or from excessive strain on a particular muscle or muscle group, ligament or tendon. Other causes include:

Injury to intervertebral disc
General fatigue
Repetitive motions
Medical conditions (including heart attack, stomach irritation)
Lack of activity (such as a broken arm in a sling)
What Are the Symptoms of Myofascial Pain?

Myofascial pain symptoms usually involve muscle pain with specific "trigger" or "tender" points. The pain can be made worse with activity or stress. In addition to the local or regional pain associated with myofascial pain syndrome, people with the disorder also can suffer from depression, fatigue and behavioral disturbances  (+ info)

can necrotizing fascitis,myofascial pain syndrome,and plantar fasciaitis all be related?

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several years ago my daughter had necrotizing fascitis, (flesh eating bacteria) it was touch and go but she survived! now she has been diagnosed with fibromyalsia-myofascial pain disorder,and plantar fasciatis.Is all this just a coindence or is it all somehow related?
I'm glad your daughter pulled though such a serious disease!

Yes, I think there is a link between the necrotizing fascitis and the myofascial pain syndrome.

Here why: I worked in a steel foundry and had what felt like bruising pain thoughout various parts of my body. I also had severe, burning skin pain on my thighs, forearms, ribcage. The doctors were baffled because my skin looked normal and they thought I had fibromyalgia. Well, after two years of this unrelenting pain, my skin became redder and I slowly developed very, very faint skin lesions. My skin had become thinned.
Once very old dermatologist(I had gone to four) finally diganosed me with "Erythema ab igne". I had damaged my skin from repeated overexposure to heat.

He explained to me that I did not have fibromyalgia. He told me that there are several layers of the skin (I forget, seven I think) and that I damaged the deepest layers of my skin. This is what is refered to as fascia pain. He showed me a picture of my bicep which look normal and then close up enhanced version and the damaged skin. He said that fascia pain sometimes feels like muslce pain and most doctors can't distinguish between the two.

Your daughters deep layers of skin were obviously damaged. Here protective layer is gone like mine is. I can no longer go out in the sun, it burns like a blow torch. If its a large area, her sweat glands will be ruin and she will overheat and fatigue easily. She will feel cold easily too.
My advise it to try and keep her in a comfortable temperature around 70 degrees. Too cold and she will have that bruising pain. Too hot and she will be fatigued. Be careful what kind of lotions you put on the skin, if it can't breath, she will overheat. Sunblock is one that will cause her to feel hot. I spray my skin with a mist of water in summer.

I hope she feels better.  (+ info)

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