How Fibromyalgia Affects the Muscular System

Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes patients to ache all over for no logical reason. Some people experience pain at specific trigger points, but that is not true for everyone. Doctors look for pain in 18 common tender points to diagnose this condition.

Fibromyalgia and Muscle Pain

Muscle pain  - along with pain in ligaments, bones, and tendons - is one of the symptoms of fibromyalgia. It might feel as though you've been working out, even though you haven't. Some people experience muscle twitching with this condition as well. Headaches and jaw pain are also common symptoms. There are reports of fibromyalgia affecting the skin, resulting in feelings similar to sunburn.

The source of this pain is known as a fibro knot. You might get knots from muscle injuries or even sleep on your muscles incorrectly, but knots associated with fibromyalgia differ. There is no apparent cause. A fibro knot feels like a firm spot in the middle of your muscle, and pain stems from these locations. The pain can make it difficult to move, especially in the morning, which impedes daily life and exercise. Your most-used muscles, as well as tighter muscles, might experience even more pain if you suffer from this condition.

Fibromyalgia pain does not affect joints; although, it can feel as though pain comes from those areas. Similarly, while fibromyalgia pain might remind some people of the pain that comes with inflammation, no swelling occurs with this condition. 

Researchers have noted overly thickened capillaries in some patients with fibromyalgia.

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Fibromyalgia patients often experience improvements due to chiropractic care. If you're suffering from fibromyalgia, contact Duben Holistic Chiropractic in Thousand Oaks at 805-468-4437.