Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive-related issues. While there’s no known cure at this time, and we aren’t exactly sure why it happens, there are ways to improve the symptoms associated with this condition.
Many of our wellness services here at Recovery Lab can help relieve the pain in those with fibromyalgia. Below are some of the wellness treatment options we offer and recommend.
Cryotherapy
Have limited time to commit to your wellness, but still need an effective option for pain? We recommend cryotherapy. Sessions only last a few minutes yet can provide noticeable results after just one visit.
Whole-body cryotherapy involves standing in a cold air chamber during the duration of your session. The frigid air can reduce pain by temporarily numbing the nerves, decreasing inflammation, and releasing chemicals in the body to give the perception of less pain.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a great way to promote healing in the body. After all, the body needs oxygen to survive, and the more oxygen it has present, the better the ability it has to perform its regular processes.
Via hyperbaric oxygen therapy, more oxygen delivered to the body can have a noticeable impact. Higher levels of oxygen can lessen muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and promote the recovery of damaged cells in the body. Increased oxygen may also reduce fatigue and brain fog associated with fibromyalgia.
Cupping Therapy
Chronic pain can be worsened by tight muscle tissue, emotional stress, and a buildup of toxins in the body. Releasing these is one way to reduce pain, promote healing, and encourage improved wellness.
Cupping therapy, where special cups are suctioned onto the skin, can help chronic pain clients by lifting stuck or tight muscles. It can also promote relaxation, boost blood circulation, and support the drainage of toxins and lactic acid within the muscle tissue.
Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy offers a very non-invasive approach to pain relief. Participants sit under a special light, which has the ability to penetrate deep into the body and is known for its healing effect.
These light waves can encourage the relief of inflammation and stimulate repair at the cellular level. As a result of less inflammation and improved healing ability, Fibromyalgia clients may experience less pain and shorter flare-ups. Red light therapy may also help promote better sleep, which is essential for physical and mental wellness.
Mobility Stretching
A Fibromyalgia flare-up may lead to muscle stiffness, which can make it more difficult to move. This may encourage you to engage in fewer physical movements. As a result of reduced activity, the pain may exacerbate due to reduced circulation and further muscle stiffness.
Mobility stretching can help get the blood flowing, loosen tight muscles and joints, and support proper posture. This can encourage healing and pain reduction. The best part? Mobility stretching can be done by a trained professional.
Recovery Lab would be happy to talk more with you about the latter wellness services. Call us today to discuss our offerings and to schedule your first session with us.
