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Practical Pain Management: Anger May Drive Subtype of Chronic Pain
From the article: “’Considerable controversy remains about whether discrete emotions – such as anger – are associated with activations of unique and specific neural networks or whether most or all emotions activate the same or similar neural networks,’ they wrote. However, studies have demonstrated that improved anger regulation can reduce pain.”
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From the article: “This study also suggests that [mean platelet volume] is a cost-effective tool that can be utilized to diagnose or stratify the severity of fibromyalgia even in the peripheral centers of rural India. Future long-term follow-up studies can better substantiate this study.”
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USAToday.com: No, celery juice will not help heal fibromyalgia
I’m curious if any of you have tried any of the Medical Medium’s health recommendations? Please share your experience in the comments section below if you have!
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KateTheAlmostGreat.com: Tips To Make Independently Living with a Chronic Illness Easier
From the article: “In this post, I’m going to cover what specifically has been difficult for me when living independently, strategies I use (and are helpful) now, and things I don’t do that could help you. Whether you’re looking to be independent or you already are and want tips, this post will help.”
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HealthRising.org: Mestinon Moves the Needle on ME/CFS in Exercise Study
From the article: “The trial succeeded in demonstrating that blood vessel issues affecting the veins are impairing energy production in ME/CFS, and can be improved with a drug. While the effect size was not large (i.e. the improvements did not meet ‘clinical significance’), this unusual one-shot drug trial didn’t appear to be designed to do that.”
Free mini-retreat…
My fibro friend and colleague Melissa Reynolds is offering a free mini-retreat that incorporates breathwork, stretching, rest and optional journaling.
Warrior of the Week…
Ella Engle from New Zealand is this week’s Warrior of the Week! Ella was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome in 2015 as a teenager. Her health has deteriorated over the years, leaving the 20-year-old bedbound and almost paralyzed.
Free gluten masterclass…
Dr. Peter Osborne is hosting a free Glutenology Masterclass.
From the masterclass description: “The information in the modules … take you on a journey. And we start at the very beginning. What is gluten and why is it important to you. From there we discuss how to find gluten in your foods even when the manufacturer tries to hide it from you. Then I show you how to clean out and stock up your refrigerator and pantry. Lastly we discuss what you can do when you’ve gone gluten free and still experience health issues.
“Along the way I give you helpful tips and information you can use to talk with your healthcare provider about YOUR specific needs. How to bring them onboard with a gluten free diet as well as some of the tests you might want to get. All designed to help you pinpoint what may be the root cause of whatever issue you experience.”
Register here to attend Dr. Peter Osborne’s masterclass.
Just FYI: I ate gluten free from 2015-18. There are some small studies that support giving up gluten if you have fibromyalgia. I covered the research and shared my experience in this post:
How going gluten free may help with fibromyalgia
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Chronic Inflammation Summit….
Dr. David Jockers is hosting the Chronic Inflammation Summit next week, June 6-12.
This free online event will explore the:
- Root causes of inflammation
- Connections between gut health and chronic inflammation
- How to protect your brain and nervous system
- Anti-inflammatory supplement and nutrition strategies
- Strategies for deep sleep to restore hormone and blood sugar balance
- Inflammatory triggers for cancer
- Impacts of inflammation on the aging process
- Natural strategies and technological advancements for cellular health
HealthMeans, the event’s sponsor, is offering several registration gifts. Just click on the link for the gift that you’d like to receive, and that will take you to a registration page:
Autoimmune Diet and Recipe eGuide
Tips to Manage and Address Chronic Inflammation eBook
30 Cancer Fighting Superfoods eBook
Inflammation Crushing Smoothie Guide
During the masterclass, you’ll have 24 hours to view each day’s presentations for free, but if you’d like to watch at your leisure, you can purchase lifetime access to the event starting at $69.
Fibro Summit…
The 2022 Fibro Summit is over, but HealthMeans is still selling lifetime access to all of the interviews for $69 in case you missed all or part of the online event.
Product of the Week…
After reading your comments and messages over the years, I know A LOT of you suffer from chronic back/neck pain and osteoarthritis in addition to fibromyalgia. If you fall into either of those categories, keep reading!
The Product of the Week is diclofenac pain-relieving gel (brand name: Voltaren).
Topical diclofenac used to require a doctor’s prescription, but it’s now sold over the counter under the brand name Voltaren. You can purchase it at most drugstores, grocery stores and big box stores like Walmart and Target. Some places carry a cheaper store brand, which is what I typically buy.
Amazon even has its own version.
This is my go-to cream for localized lower back and neck pain. I’m not going to say this stuff is amazing because, quite frankly, it doesn’t always help. However, it statistically performs better than any of the other pain creams I’ve tried over the years for lower back pain.
I haven’t found it helpful for general, diffuse fibromyalgia pain but I think it’s reasonably priced and worth a try if you have localized pain in the back/neck and/or joints.
Caveat: As with all of the products I share here, what works for me may or may not work for you since everyone is different!
Click here to see all of my favorite Amazon products for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue!
I’m Donna, a longtime newspaper reporter, health writer and chronic illness thriver! Fed Up with Fatigue provides weekly news, research, treatments and more to help you live better with fibromyalgia and/or Lyme.
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