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The National Fibromyalgia Association (NFA) offers general information about the condition along with updates on research as they are published. You can access their materials on-line at: http://www.fmaware.org. They also publish a magazine and a newsletter for patients.
With no cure for fibromyalgia, managing symptoms through changes in lifestyle is a key approach to this condition. The NFA offers advice and suggestions on how to live well with FM. Sometimes medications can be helpful. See what the NFA has to say about drugs. Talk with your doctor about what might work best for you.
Fibromyalgia can cause mild to severe loss of function and disability. A physical or occupational therapist can help you learn how to conserve energy and improve your ability to accomplish daily tasks. Exercise is a key feature of management for this condition.
You may need to make some changes at work to allow you to continue working. The NFA also provides many resources to help patients maximize their chances for success. Changes in diet and nutrition seem to help some patients. You can find out more about this topic from the NFA, your physician, and/or a nutritionist in your area.
Finally, research studies and clinical trials are ongoing. The NFA and the National Fibromyalgia Research Association (NFRA) updated information on the latest findings. You can access the NFRA on-line at http://www.nfra.net.
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