Alternative Treatment for Fibromyalgia

Introduction

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that is very common as well as complex affection for the patient physically, mentally, and socially as well. It is a type of neurosensory disorder that shows symptoms like stiffness in the joint, widespread muscle pain, and fatigue. In this condition, the pain sometimes comes and sometimes goes which causes difficulty in movement. This syndrome progresses slowly resulting in symptoms like a disturbance in sleep, abnormal pain, multiple joints become tender, fatigue and stress. According to Allopaths, there is no specific treatment but there are alternative ways that are very beneficial in treating Fibromyalgia including herbal medicine, yoga, etc. In this article, we are going to discuss the alternative treatment beneficial for patients with Fibromyalgia.

Here are few Alternative Ways to Treat Fibromyalgia

The standard treatment given to the patient with fibromyalgia includes drugs like antidepressants, anti-seizure, and painkillers. They are only helpful in treating patients symptomatically but they may aggravate again after some time. But for some patients, these medications do not cause any improvement but here are some treatments that are effective in managing the disease:-

1. Yoga

As many studies have shown, performing yoga will help in easing the signs of fibromyalgia.  According to the researches in the Journal of pain, there has been found a direct link of yoga in lowering the pains related to the disease. Also there is another study done by the Journal of Pain Research they have also found similar results. It has been found that women who perform yoga on a daily basis for 60 to 75 minutes twice a week were reported to suffer from less pain as compared to others. Not only that, they are helpful in lowering the levels of stress hormones in the blood.

2. Meditation

There are many questions asked like will meditation help in processing the pain signals of the brain?. According to  Dr.Daniel Lewis Australian rheumatologist, it is suggested that mediation is powerful enough to change the functioning of the brain and improve the symptoms of fibromyalgia. As by some of the Current Pain and Headache Reports, there is enough evidence that meditation is helpful in relieving pains in fibromyalgia. It will help in keeping the mind calm and promoting relaxation as well. This will in turn help in healing the body by itself.

3. Acupuncture

It is one of the ancient as well as traditional Chinese medicines where thin needles are inserted into the skin of the patient and on different points. Not only for fibromyalgia but it is used for many other health issues. According to some studies it has been found that it helps in lowering the pain and stiffness in the body and puncturing some triggering points of the body.

4. Tai Chi

Tai chi is the Chinese practice that slowly helps in easing the movement in a fibromyalgia patient. As shown by the studies of the New England Journal of Medicine there are many positive results in Tai chi. it is even seen that 60 minutes of tai chi helps in stretching the body. Not only is that it very effective in improving quality of sleep, depression, pain, and quality of life.

5. Flotation Therapy

There are many studies that show floating therapy is very effective in treating fibromyalgia. According to some tests it has been seen that 81 participants who suffered from fibromyalgia when receiving free-floating therapy were able to get better. Along with that it also helped in reducing stress, anxiety, sadness, and muscle tension. There has been a significant improvement with increased relaxation, quality sleep, and increased movement as well.

6. Biofeedback Therapy

In this therapy special kinds of equipment are used for monitoring how the brain performs the activity. This will help in making aware of the triggering factor for causing pain and discomfort. By knowing the cause that will help in controlling the factors responsible for it and making the condition healthy as well. The NCCIH study shows that this technique has helped people who suffer from severe pain due to the disorder.

Ayurvedic Herbs for fibromyalgia.

According to Ayurveda, the body is made from three basic elements known as Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and imbalance of any element results in disorders. The imbalance of Vata is one of the primary causes of Fibromyalgia and this results from the accumulation of Aama (toxins). This Aama is the root cause of autoimmune disorders like spondylitis, arthritis, or fibromyalgia. Removing Ama from the body will help in increasing the immunity and here are some herbs that will remove Aama including

1. Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera)

It is one of the effective herbs in reducing stress from the body and natural treating pains as stress levels are directly related to Fibromyalgia. Due to its anti-inflammatory property, it is very effective in treating inflammatory disorders. Along with that it will give strength to the body and increase the movement of the body as well.

2. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

Shatavari is one of the herbs that contain anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This will help in reducing any kind of soreness and stiffness from the muscles and along with that, it is very effective in improving circulation. As these patients are very commonly suffering from depression and anxiety, this herbal medicine will reduce it too.

3. Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)

This is one of the classical herbal medicines which is very good for strengthening the body and building tissues. It is very beneficial in boosting immunity and treating autoimmune diseases as well. It is beneficial for overall physical as well as mental health and this is one of the great herbal medicines for patients with fibromyalgia.

Conclusion

Fibromyalgia is a disease that affects the daily life process affecting both physically and mentally. There are times that Allopathic medicine does not help in any way but there is some alternative treatment that is very beneficial for management of the disease. The above-mentioned article described everything about the alternative treatment that will reduce pain and increase the strength of the body.