7 Things To Know About Complementary Approaches for Fibromyalgia

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/tips/things-to-know-about-complementary-approaches-for-fibromyalgia?nav=govd Fibromyalgia syndrome is a chronic disorder involving widespread pain and tenderness, fatigue, and other symptoms that can interfere with a person’s ability to carry out daily activities. It’s estimated that 4 million U.S. adults have fibromyalgia. A variety of complementary health approaches have been studied to see whether they might be helpful for fibromyalgia symptoms. Meditative movement therapies, such as tai chi, may provide modest relief of some fibromyalgia symptoms. Massage therapy or a type of manual therapy called myofascial release, which is directed at connective tissue (fascia), may lead to a small improvement in fibromyalgia symptoms. Vitamin D supplements may reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia who are deficient in this vitamin. There is insufficient evidence that any other dietary supplements can relieve fibromyalgia pain.