This video class describes the symptoms and experiences of Fibromyalgia sufferers, and shows how to use bodywork and various supplements to address the most common symptoms. You will learn to evaluate the eighteen tender spots that are the diagnosis for Fibromyalgia, as well as massage sessions for sleep, pain and headaches. This detailed, informative program will give you the tools you need to effectively help those with Fibromyalgia. (time: 1 hr 58 min)
List of topics:
Defining Fibromyalgia Symptoms
Tender point assessment
4 theories of cause
Treatment basics
Herbs and Supplements: 5HTP, Melatonin, Magnesium, Vitamin D, Menthol, Cayenne
Massage for sleep (20 min.)
Massage for pain (23 min.)
Massage for headaches (37 min.)
Extras: Diet, Exercise, Accupuncture, Chronic Fatigue & Fibro-Fog
Lessons
What is Fibromyalgia?
Definitions and tests for Fibromyalgia.
Massage for Pain
Massage for sleep
Massage techniques to help with sleep.
Headaches
Massage treatment for headaches
Exercise
Exercise and Fibromyalgia
Diet
How diet can affect fibromyalgia.
What is fibro-fog?
Cognitive and mood changes is termed fibre-fog. Understand how this feels and learn about recent studies.
Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
The differences and similarities between Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia
Accupuncture
This lesson discusses the benefits of acupuncture for fibromyalgia.
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