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Naturopathic Cures for Fibromyalgia

Though there is no cure for fibromyalgia, a condition that includes chronic pain, muscle aches and fatigue, there are numerous therapies designed to manage your symptoms. However, none of these treatments work 100 percent for each individual, and many come with unwanted side effects. It is increasingly common for people with fibromyalgia to explore naturopathic medicine and remedies for their condition.

  1. What is Naturopathic Medicine?

    • Naturopathic doctors practice a form of medicine that uses holistic, natural, non-invasive treatments to cure disease. Such doctors don't prescribe drugs but rather rely on techniques such as massage, nutrition and acupuncture. Since allopathic doctors will often recommend a combination of painkillers, anti-depressants and other drugs to treat fibromyalgia, there may be adverse side effects involved in treatment. Naturopaths reject the notion that treatment should cause other---sometimes worse---symptoms.

    Acupuncture and Hydrotherapy

    • Naturopathic doctors can be helpful if you suffer from fibromyalgia because they have experience treating people with similar symptoms, including depression, myalgias, headches and joint and muscle pain. Acupuncture and hydrotherapy are two methods commonly used by naturopathic physicians. According to Fibromyalgia-Symptoms.org, both therapies are very effective for people who suffer from fibromyalgia.

    Lifestyle Changes

    • Naturopathic doctors will look at how stress and other factors affect your fibromyalgia. If you spend a lot of time sedentary or have poor posture, you can be putting stress on your muscles and pinching nerves without knowing it. Your naturopath will discuss and examine your lifestyle and help you make any necessary changes.

      In many situations, these changes include getting more sleep, getting massages, learning how to stretch and coming up with a gentle exercise plan. Also, your naturopath will help you make dietary changes that could alleviate your symptoms. Cutting down on fat, drinking more water and eating more fruit and vegetables are all recommendations your naturopath may make to help you feel better.

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