The Problem
Fibromyalgia is a problem that causes pain and discomfort due to tightening of muscles at various points including neck, shoulders, back, hips, and knees. While it is not as common as arthritis, it is still faced by around 10 percent of adult population in the US. Pain and soreness are not the only discomfort caused by this issue. It can trigger various other health conditions such as insomnia, depression, and difficulty in memorizing or processing information.
Fibromyalgia causes severe pain or soreness all across the body. Most patients also complain about constant or episodic headaches, and digestive disorders. The worst part is, Fibromyalgia is a difficult condition to diagnose. It requires expertise that goes beyond what a general physician may possess. At My Pain Clinic, we are proud of having a team of professionals who hold expertise in dealing with Fibromyalgia patients.
The Causes – Finding the Reason behind the Problem
The causes of fibromyalgia are unclear. They may be different in different people. Fibromyalgia may run in families. There likely are certain genes that can make people more prone to getting fibromyalgia and the other health problems that can occur with it. Genes alone, though, do not cause fibromyalgia.As we mentioned, a wide array of symptoms are associated with Fibromyalgia, pain is just one of them. It will take a higher level of expertise to tell whether your skin irritation or bowel dysfunction is due to Fibromyalgia or not. Therefore, when treating Fibromyalgia, causes are actually more important than the symptoms.
Fibromyalgia can be caused by a number of reasons and knowing your reason is the very first step towards proper treatment and prevention. At My Pain Clinic, our experts conduct various tests as well as consultation sessions to diagnose your trigger for Fibromyalgia. Some of the possibilities include:
- An injury or infection
- A surgery or medical treatment
- Giving birth
- Emotional distress
- Chemical imbalance
- Genetics
- Another associated condition such as arthritis
Who Gets Fibromyalgia
According to studies, women are more likely to suffer from fibromyalgia as compared to men. Generally, it starts in middle adulthood but teens and elderly may also suffer from it. In rare cases, fibromyalgia can also cause widespread body pain and fatigue in younger children.
People who have rheumatic diseases are at a higher risk of fibromyalgia. These include osteoarthritis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and heart issues that affect the joints, bones, and muscles.
The Treatment – Relief and Prevention
Proper Diagnosis
Understanding these conditions and causes helps in diagnosing Fibromyalgia while avoiding misdiagnosis. The very first step of diagnosis includes ruling out other conditions that may cause similar pain and suffering. These conditions mainly include rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Once these symptoms are ruled out, our experts will check if your pain fulfills two main criteria of Fibromyalgia.
Treatment
The treatment depends on various factors including the causes, trigger, or severity of your pain. At My Pain Clinic, our comprehensive diagnosis helps us create a customized treatment plan for each patient that includes:
Analysis
Exercise
Medications
Sleep Inducers
Testimonials
Great staff and doctors both John and Rehman. Professional and they tend to all pain needs. Would recommend.
Very good Dr.The best I have…The best for my pain .Friendly staff also.My injections dont hurt me either.They are the best.I love the service.
I love my pain clinic Dr. Khalique. I wish I would have had him before I had my back surgery, I might not be having the complications I have now.He gives me great advice and service. The employees are great as well, I always feel like a family member here. I would recommend him to anyone with back problems.
From the front desk to the visit was a great experience. This pain Dr was very thorough and answered any question I had. Recently just got out the army and anyone that’s familiar with that job knows it beats the back and lower extremities to the ground. I was given an injection in my SIJ and honestly to God it has helped tremendously. He is a great Dr and I highly recommend this office.
A top-notch pain management clinic. Dr Rehman is highly knowledgeable and provides the best care for his patients, his treatments are very effective in treating all types of pain. Trustworthy doctor and helpful staff.
I’ve been seeing Dr Rehman for a little over two years to help me manage pain in my knees. He and his staff are wonderful. He truly cares about his patients and helping you relieve chronic pain so you can live your life. Thank you Dr Rehman for your excellent care and concern.
Dr Rehman is great! Very kind and caring person. Knowledgeable as well. Would highly recommend.
Thank you Dr. Rehman for the excellent treatment. I appreciate your going the extra mile to listen and then treat my ailments. Kudos to your staff for the personable service and it made me at home.
Nice friendly office, knowledgeable and informative doctor. Can definitely recommend.