Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that primarily affects the soft tissues and muscles, leading to widespread pain and fatigue. This condition is often accompanied by other functional impairments, such as sleep difficulties, cognitive issues, and emotional instability.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia includes:

Widespread Pain: Patients often experience pain in multiple areas of the body, including muscles, joints, and soft tissues.
Fatigue: Fibromyalgia patients frequently experience extreme fatigue, even after resting, which can impact daily life and work capacity.
Sleep Disturbances: Patients may experience sleep problems, including difficulty falling asleep, light or non-restorative sleep, and early waking.
Cognitive Impairment: Some patients report memory, concentration, and thinking difficulties, often referred to as “fibro fog,” which can disrupt daily activities.
Emotional Fluctuations: Fibromyalgia patients may experience emotional issues, such as anxiety, depression, and mood instability.

Causes of Fibromyalgia

Causes of Fibromyalgia includes:

Abnormal Nervous System
Genetic Factors
Physical and Psychological Stress

Physiotherapy for Fibromyalgia

Physiotherapists can develop rehabilitation plans targeted at the affected area, including:

TCM Treatment for Fibromyalgia

Common TCM treatments include:

Internal medicine: Chinese medicine practitioners may prescribe herbs that tonify qi and blood, promote blood circulation, dispel stasis, and calm the nervous system to improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and soothe the nerves.
Acupuncture: Stimulating specific acupuncture points can help regulate the flow of qi and blood circulation, reducing pain and inflammation. Acupuncture can also target specific joints to improve range of motion and alleviate pain.

MANA Pain Integration

At MANA, our TCM practitioners and physiotherapists take a comprehensive approach to managing complex pain conditions. They carefully review the patient’s medical history and lifestyle habits, addressing the issue from both internal and external perspectives.

The TCM practitioners and therapists work closely together in a complementary manner, helping patients regain their health and activate the body’s innate healing abilities. This integrated approach allows them to provide well-rounded care and support for patients suffering from persistent pain.

MANA Core Values

Integration of Eastern and Western Medicine, Multidimensional Therapy
Reshaping Structural Integrity to Achieve Inner and Outer Balance
Guiding Body Perception to Think & Foster a Healthy Lifestyle
Conducted by Registered TCM Practitioners and Physiotherapists for Examination and Treatment

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