The Complete Guide to Healing Fibromyalgia: How to Conquer Pain, Fatigue, and Other Symptoms—and Live Your Life to the Fullest (Healthy Home Library)

This guide provides comprehensive information on fibromyalgia, including the latest preliminary diagnosis guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology. It includes A-to-Z lists of prescription medications, herbal remedies, and natural supplements. The book covers proven strategies for relieving symptoms such as muscle pain, stiff joints, fatigue, sleep problems, depression, irritable bowel syndrome, fibrofog, and sexual dysfunction. It describes alternative mind/body therapies including acupuncture, acupressure, chiropractic, hypnotherapy, light therapy, massage, neurofeedback, and other methods. Additional topics include managing relationships with doctors, navigating health insurance, addressing employment issues, disability considerations, pregnancy and child rearing, weight control, and support groups. The book concludes with an easy-to-follow program combining diet, exercise, and sleep recommendations designed to relieve pain and improve quality of life.