Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is when you have pain in many parts of your body that lasts a long time. Here’s what you can do to help ease your pain and stress.
Exercise
Stretch when you wake up.
Try to walk or be active at least 30 minutes each day.
Sleep better:
Go to bed early
Get at least 8 hours of sleep at night.
Make healthy choices:
Eat more fruits and vegetables.
Don’t drink caffeine.
Don’t smoke.
Don’t drink alcohol
Learn how to deal with your stress.
Try to focus on the “good” rather than the “bad”.
Talk to a friend or family member
Practice relaxing by:
- deep breathing
- sitting in a hot tub or taking a hot shower
- applying hot packs or wraps to sore spots.
Ask your doctor’s office or clinic:
If you should be on medicine for fibromyalgia.
For tips on how to sleep better.
If you are getting enough exercise.
