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Tag Archives: fibromyalgia

The Adventures of Fibro Fog!

One thing I hate about fibromyalgia, or should I say one of the MANY things, is the Fibro Fog. Let me give you the definition.
Fibro Fog: the inability to remain focused for more than 2 seconds at a time. The inability to retain any type of information, including your name, how to perform your...

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Link Between Dopamine Levels and Gray Brain Matter in Fibro Patients

Brain Imaging Study Sheds Light on Fibromyalgia
FRIDAY, June 19 (HealthDay News) — Changes in the levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine may explain brain gray matter reductions experienced by patients with fibromyalgia, a new study suggests.
Previous research found an association between fibromyalgia and reductions in gray matter, but the cause wasn’t known, the researchers wrote.
In...

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Skin Brushing Benefits Those with Chronic Fatigue

Dr. Olarsch introduced me to skin brushing. I have been trying it and I love it! Not only does it help me feel better but, as a bonus, my skin has gotten EXTREMELY soft! Here’s an article I found on the benefits of skin brushing:
“Skin Brushing Benefits Those with Chronic Fatigue”
(NaturalNews) The skin is...

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The Fibromyalgia Wellness Project

This sounds like it could be very helpful…check it out!
COMING SOON:
The Fibromyalgia Wellness Project – an NIH-sponsored online self-help project for people with FM
by William Collinge, PhD, MPH
June 2, 2009
Inviting FM patients nationwide for a free “journey of personal discovery to learn how you can best reduce symptoms and improve well-being in your own...

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I’m Home!

Wow, what a trip! We packed alot into one week. The midwest is gorgeous! I must say, though, if I never see a cornfield or a red barn again, it will be too soon.
We headed out last Friday and gave ourselves three days to get there. I wasn’t sure how well I would do...

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