The above statement by Michael VanElzakker explains why some people who have Fibromyalgia do get improvement when trying certain therapies and why some people get no improvement in their symptoms.
Behavioral therapies include many different techniques and therapies including:
- Anxiety Management Training
- Behavior management
- Behavior modification
- Cognitive Emotional Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Self talk Identification
- Habit reversal training which includes relaxation training.
In some people with fibro these therapies have helped them reduce pain and improve their mood, amongst other things. The treatment programs usually focus on our thoughts, emotions and behaviors and how they all influence each other. These therapies are taught by psychotherapists, psychologists and other trained practitioners.
Have you tried any of these therapies?
Find out more about Cognitive behavioural Therapy in this calming and informative video by Jessica S.Campbell a psychotherapist.
RESOURCES:
See more about VanElzakker theories about Fibro/CFS at Simmaron Research
Cognitive behavioural therapies for fibromyalgia.
I haven't tried any of these therapies, but I'd love to. I'm making a note of them in my medical notebook so I can discuss with my doctor. Thanks for sharing!
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Hey Buba, I’m really glad the post gave you something useful to bring to your doctor—keeping a medical notebook is such a powerful advocacy tool. And yes, absolutely feel free to share the link at your Chronic Friday Linkup! The more we can spread awareness and options for managing fibromyalgia, the better. Wishing you clarity as you explore these therapies for fibromyalgia —your curiosity and self-advocacy are inspiring.
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ReplyDeleteI am a 46 ur old man that just had to go into treatment to get off Opiates that I've been taking for years to treat my Lupus SLE pain. I've now been Dx'd with Fibromyalgia, now that I'm not numb anymore and can actually feel REAL pain again!! Yay. I want to say that Campbell is an exact copy of all the therapists at the PaRC! It's good to hear! I may have actually just found an outlet to some issues since coming out of the program. Thank you Jessica, if I may call you that, and hopefully I can find more vid or podcasts. I will start searching now!
Thank you so much for sharing your journey—it takes courage to step into recovery and face pain head-on, especially after years of managing SLE with opiates. Being newly diagnosed with fibromyalgia can feel overwhelming, but also clarifying, and I’m glad this post resonated with you. It’s powerful to hear that Jessica Campbell reminded you of the therapists at PaRC—that kind of connection can be a lifeline. Wishing you strength and clarity as you explore more resources—there are podcasts and videos out there that speak directly to this kind of lived experience. You’re not alone.
DeleteFibromyalgia is the HSV-1 virus (cold sore virus) attacking the central nervous system. The USA, FDA has just fast tracked Phase III clinical drug trials on a Fibromyalgia drug , IMC-1, that will suppress this virus. Where have all of you been? http://me-pedia.org/wiki/Fibromyalgia#Trials
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your theory and the exciting news that IMC-1 may be available soon. While some researchers—most notably Dr. Skip Pridgen—have proposed that herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) may play a role in fibromyalgia by affecting the central nervous system or gut tissue, this idea is still under investigation and not widely accepted as the definitive cause of fibromyalgia as yet. I does give us hope though especially as many great scientists are researching causes of Fibromyalgia.
DeleteThe treatment of fibromyalgia can be difficult. Recommendations often include getting enough sleep, exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet. Cognitive behavioral therapy may also be helpful. Need to consult with a doctor or find about fibromyalgia treatment
ReplyDeleteYou're right: treating fibromyalgia can be incredibly complex, and what works for one person may not work for another. Sleep, movement, nutrition, and therapies like CBT are often part of a broader toolkit, but they need to be tailored to each person’s unique experience. Consulting with a knowledgeable doctor—ideally one familiar with the 2016 ACR criteria and chronic pain management—is a vital step.
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