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Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain all over the body, particularly neck pain, back pain and headaches. Patients with the disorder also experience fatigue, memory problems, and numbness. At the Rutherford Clinic of Chiropractic in Murfreesboro, TN, our chiropractor treats patients suffering from the disorder using chiropractic techniques such as spinal decompression and spinal adjustments. Murfreesboro fibromyalgia patients also receive nutritional advice and learn corrective exercises as part of our clinic's all-over approach to health.

Causes and Symptoms

The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown. Some patients develop symptoms of the condition after a traumatic event or a severe illness. Common symptoms of the disorder include pain all over the body, such as low back pain and headache pain. Pain caused by the condition comes from the muscles and often feels like a dull ache.

The condition is often accompanied by other disorders. Many patients with the disorder feel tired, as their sleep is disrupted by the pain. Other problems, such as sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome occur along with fibromyalgia. It is also usually accompanied by psychological issues, such as anxiety and depression. Some patients also experience other physical ailments including irritable bowel syndrome or endometriosis.

Chiropractic Care for Fibromyalgia

At our clinic, our chiropractor, Dr. Wesley Stewart, offers treatments for patients suffering from fibromyalgia. A spinal adjustment or decompression therapy relieves pressure on the nerves of the spine, helping to alleviate pain. Chiropractic care at our clinic is a non-invasive option for patients who wish to avoid surgery and medication.

Chiropractic care for fibromyalgia extends beyond spinal treatment. Dr. Stewart also teaches patients exercises they can perform on their own for pain relief. The exercises go hand in hand with a nutritional evaluation which helps improve a patient's overall quality of life. Chiropractic treatments also help alleviate accompanying conditions, such as depression and anxiety.

Do you suffer from fibromyalgia? Has chiropractic care helped you?