Category: fibromyalgia

Abstract Objective: To assess health status differences of women with fibromyalgia syndrome (FM) who are employed and not employed, and to evaluate whether employment and family work influence the health status of women with FM as it does for women in community studies.   Methods: Participants were 287 women recruited from 118 randomly selected rheumatology practices. They completed telephone interviews that collected data on demographic characteristics, health status, symptoms, family work, and social support. One hundred thirty-seven were employed and 150 were not employed. Formal statistical analysis, including estimation and…

In a unique double-blind study, the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre (the Research Centre) is investigating the clinical potential of repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic fields to stimulate neurons in the brain, for the treatment of fibromyalgia.   In 2012 alone, musculoskeletal conditions were estimated to affect 6.1 million Australians and to cost Australia a total of $55.1 billion in health care and lost productivity costs. Musculoskeletal conditions are more prevalent than any other National Health Priority Area condition including heart disease, cancer or…

Fibromyalgia is a complex and often debilitating condition characterized by chronic widespread pain, fatigue, cognitive disturbances, and nonrestorative sleep. Affecting millions of individuals worldwide, this condition significantly impacts daily functioning and quality of life. Due to the multifaceted nature of fibromyalgia, treatment often requires a multidimensional approach, involving both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies. One of the key medications that has gained recognition for its efficacy in fibromyalgia treatment is duloxetine. This article provides an in-depth exploration of the use of duloxetine for fibromyalgia, covering its mechanism of action, clinical benefits, dosing recommendations, potential side effects, comparisons to…

Fibromyalgia and depression often occur together, and that’s not a coincidence. If you’re living with fibromyalgia, you are probably all too familiar with the pain. You may also feel isolated, alone, or like no one understands what you are going through. Unfortunately, these combined effects can lead to mental health challenges, like depression or anxiety. Indeed, people with fibromyalgia are more likely to develop major depressive disorder compared with the general population. Estimates suggest that 13%– 63.8%Trusted Source of people living with fibromyalgia develop depressive disorders. What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain and…