Conditions Treated

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a condition that affects 2-4% of the population with the disease affecting primarily women. This condition is characterized by allodynia, a term that describes a general sensitivity to pressure that commonly produces pain. One of the most common complaints from fibromyalgia patients is a multitude of tender points in the neck area and legs, although pain can be present anywhere in the body. Fibromyalgia is considered to be a syndrome, or group of symptoms, since it tends to also affect the joints (producing stiffness), fatigue, and sleep disturbances.

Some specialists argue that fibromyalgia should not be considered as a disease, since there is a lack of objective findings and objective diagnostic tests. Nevertheless, the symptoms are very real to fibromyalgia patients who need expert help to manage their condition.

CareFirst treatments for fibromyalgia :

• Medications
• Trigger Point Injections
• Activity Modification
• Work Modification
• Ergonomic Training
• Rehabilitation/Therapy
• Massage/Myofacial Techniques
• Electrical Modalities/TENS
• Iontophoresis/Phonophoresis
• Ultrasound
• Chiropractic Manipulation
• Osteopathic Manipulation
• Work Conditioning Programs
• Work Hardening Programs
• Interdisciplinary Pain Programs

The team of providers at CareFirst will work with family physicians, internists, and rheumatologists to better address the needs of fibromyalgia patients. .