Opana is oxymorphone. It is approved to be used for moderate to severe pain or anxiety. Fibromyalgia is treated using many of the medications that you are already taking. Non-medication therapies are also recommended. Some examples are: light aerobics, water therapy, breathing exercises and yoga, just to name a few. Before starting anything, though, discuss any changes to your routine with your physician. Some research suggests that cherry juice may have some benefits for runners to decrease pain after a race. Peptide shots are being studied for allergic diseases, to decrease the allergic reaction. Herbal remedies, such as tart cherry extract and peptide shot, have not been been approved by the FDA and the safety and efficacy of these products are not well known. Do not start any new medications or herbal supplements without first talking to your doctor.
Fibromyalgia Treatment
Because no underlying disease process is known, doctors aim to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia. A healthy diet and getting regular, low-impact exercise like yoga, walking or water aerobics are key to maintain your health with fibromyalgia. Your doctor may also prescribe pain medication and recommend support groups or counseling.
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Sigma Nursing answeredSee All 3 AnswersSome studies show that yoga not only reduces the pain of fibromyalgia but also helps people with fibromyalgia feel less anxious. Yoga combines gentle stretching movements with deep breathing. Practicing yoga regularly may help you feel less muscle pain and stiffness and remain more active.
If you want to try yoga to treat fibromyalgia, try to find an instructor who has experience teaching students who have the condition. You may experience limitations or have special needs as you start a yoga class, but try to stick with it. It should become easier with time. -
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Ideally, the minimum number of medical team members required to treat a person with fibromyalgia must include:- A doctor to oversee the overall treatment regimen including prescribing and monitoring medications.
- A complementary medical professional to guide the person with fibromyalgia in discerning what type of alternative therapy protocols might be beneficial, such as an aerobic exercise program. This healthcare professional also monitors the program’s success, makes appropriate activity changes and motivates the patient.
- A mental health expert adept at cognitive behavior therapy who can also counsel people in learning how to make adjustments in their lives to accommodate changes that naturally occur when living with a chronic illness.
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Sigma Nursing answeredSee All 3 AnswersMany people with fibromyalgia try alternative treatments for relief. If you are considering an alternative therapy for fibromyalgia, talk to your doctor. Your doctor can help you understand the risks and likely effectiveness of each therapy and may be able to recommend a practitioner. Be especially sure to talk to your doctor before trying any dietary supplements or herbal treatments. Some may cause serious side effects when mixed with certain medications.
Watch out for any diets that claim to treat fibromyalgia. There is no one diet that's been found to be effective for fibromyalgia.