Could Alterations in the Gut Microbiome Mediate Chronic Pain in Patients with Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia (FM) is an intriguing medical condition, characterized by chronic, widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep problems, gastrointestinal disturbances, and alterations in mood and cognition. It affects 2-4% of the adult population, and is especially prevalent among women (although this has been recently challenged) (1). There is no cure for FM, nor a single treatment that […]
5 Steps to Easing Pain With Guided Imagery
Have you forgotten how to tap into your imagination? As we mature and become adults, society may make us feel that we no longer need our imaginations. Some may believe that we only need to focus on behaving realistically and not bother wasting our time dreaming about things that seem unlikely or far-fetched. For those […]
Easy and Proven: Nutritional Tips for Fibromyalgia Backed by Science
Fibromyalgia is characterized by chronic, widespread pain, with no specific cause. It is a complex condition that affects each patient differently. However, an individualized plan of simple dietary changes may help you improve your symptoms. So, what to eat and what to avoid? Those with fibromyalgia often experience symptoms such as sleep problems, decreased attention, […]
The Pain Imaging Revolution – Answers to Why Acute Pain Turns Chronic
Imagine you’re injured in a traumatic accident. You take the appropriate steps: you undergo surgery, you are prescribed medication by your practitioner and you follow the appropriate steps for recovery. But what if, despite these steps, you’re still feeling pain? And worse, the pain impacting your daily life? You thought this was all behind you […]
Here’s How the Brain Creates Pain – And How to Stop It
There are natural solutions for pain that don’t involve prescription medication or invasive procedures. It turns out the brain and one’s perception and response to stress have a powerful effect on the intensity of the pain experience. It also contributes to recovery’s length and efficacy. [1, 3, 4, 6,] Your Brain’s Amazing Flexibility Neuroplasticity (brain […]