Last week I started physical therapy and it went rather well. From what I remember, it is going a lot better for me this time around than what it has previously. I attribute it to the fact that my body is in better physical … [Read more...] about My First Week of Physical Therapy…
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Stages of Adjusting to Chronic Illness
When I first became sick 20 years ago, I never imagined the winding road ahead of me and what was in store for myself and for my family. I remember thinking once I received my CFS diagnosis and was told there was no cure and … [Read more...] about Stages of Adjusting to Chronic Illness
FDA Bans Darvocet & Darvon (Propoxyphene) from Market
The FDA removed Darvocet & Darvon from the market on November 19th citing serious heart risk. The FDA also warns that anyone taking these medications should call their doctor immediately. Darvocet & Darvon contain … [Read more...] about FDA Bans Darvocet & Darvon (Propoxyphene) from Market
ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia Around the Web
Thanksgiving at Fibro Dot's This year, Thanksgiving Dinner was all about family. Dot's two brothers came without their significant others who had their own family obligations. We usually can rope in an out-of-town visitor … [Read more...] about ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia Around the Web
Surviving the Holidays with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
The holidays are supposed to be a happy, joyous occasion, but for those of us with CFS & Fibromyalgia, it usually means more sickness. Anytime there is more work and more stress involved, you can guarantee a CFS … [Read more...] about Surviving the Holidays with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
Giving Thanks With ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
As I sit and write this post, I realize that it is the 21st Thanksgiving holiday that I have been living with ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. While this may sound crazy, I am thankful in many ways to these illnesses because of the … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks With ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
Physical Therapy Begins Next Week for Back & Leg Pain
I start physical therapy next week for my back pain and my doctor thinks that a lot of my leg pain is coming from my back. I always feel like I am fighting this neverending, losing battle with my body. I work so hard to get … [Read more...] about Physical Therapy Begins Next Week for Back & Leg Pain
Massage Therapy Is The Answer To My Prayers!
I have faithfully been going for massages for the past few years and the therapy has been very beneficial. With all of the back and neck problems and with the pain I have, getting frequent massages helps keep my muscles … [Read more...] about Massage Therapy Is The Answer To My Prayers!
ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia News from ProHealth
D-ficient? Health Risks You Need to Know About When it comes to the family of vitamins, vitamin D stands alone. It is the only vitamin the body can produce on its own. That's because it is actually a hormone. Due to its … [Read more...] about ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia News from ProHealth
I’m Not An Airhead – I Have Brain Fog
Yesterday and today were both bad ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia days for me and today I had to work for 4 hours. My son kept saying to me, "Mom, you really ought to call off. You're not in any shape to work." But even though I … [Read more...] about I’m Not An Airhead – I Have Brain Fog