The Injury Hub
Fibromyalgia: Info, Symptoms & Physiotherapy Treatment.
Our Chartered Physiotherapists across Ireland are experts in the causes, symptoms and treatment of Fibromyalgia.
The Injury Hub: Fibromyalgia
What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia, also known FM or FMS, is a chronic condition defined by widespread pain in the muscles, ligaments and tendons of a person along with certain pressure points across the body.
This pain may then lead to sleep difficulties, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome and muscle stiffness. It is found more commonly in women and occurs in all age groups. However, the average age of diagnosis is 35.
How We Can Help.
Symptoms, Treatment & How We Can Help Your Recovery.
Learn about common Fibromyalgia symptoms, effective treatments, and how our expert team supports your recovery journey every step of the way.
Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia
Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia
The symptoms of Fibromyalgia are difficult to diagnose due to there being many different causes.
Symptoms include:
Chronic Muscle Pain
Muscle Spasms Or Tightness
Insomnia
Waking Up Feeling Tired
Stiffness Or Pain Upon Waking
Pain From Staying In One Position For Too Long
Diagnosis is often done through a process of elimination, the number of painful sites, pain severity and the presence of symptoms for at least 3 months. Our Chartered Physiotherapists can assist in the diagnosis of this problematic condition.
Fibromyalgia Treatment
The benefits of aerobic exercise are essential to sufferers of FM. Your physiotherapist will demonstrate a series of specific stretching and graded strengthening drills to incorporate into your daily life. There is no specific cure for FM so treatment is focused towards ongoing management.
Many sufferers of FM feel they benefit from periodic soft tissue techniques including soft tissue massage, dry needling and acupuncture.
Our Expertise
Fibromyalgia can be a very difficult condition to deal with as it can have a far reaching impact on a person’s quality of life. Furthermore, this disorder can lead to a cycle in which people may take pills or alcohol to aid sleeping and then excessive caffeine to recover from fatigue.
Physiotherapy focuses on alleviating fatigue, muscle weakness, pain and sleep disturbances.
Our Physiotherapists are highly skilled and will use various evidence based techniques such as advice, manipulation and strengthening and aerobic exercise. Research has shown that a correctly prescribed exercise program can be hugely beneficial to those with Fibromyalgia, both physically and mentally.
Our patient’s health journeys
How Much Does It Cost?
Please refer to our individual clinic location pages for pricing information.
What Are Your Clinic Hours?
Monday – Friday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed
*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics
Where Is This Service Available?
This service is available in any of our nationwide clinics.
Am I Covered By Health Insurance?
We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.
How Do I Contact You?
Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Call Us: 01 611 1740
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