What Are Fibromyalgia Trigger Points?
Fibromyalgia syndrome is a common and complex disorder characterized by severe muscle pain that may be accompanied by other symptoms such as fatigue, depression, headaches, insomnia, and more.
One of the telltale signs of fibromyalgia is the presence of 18 designated possible tender or trigger points, where the muscles are exceptionally sensitive when gently pressed. It should be noted though, that the number of trigger points that may be active at any one time may vary with time and situation and the individual with this disorder may feel pain in other areas as well.
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During a physical examination, the patient must feel pain at 11 or more of the trigger points to be considered. Another diagnostic criteria that is used is a history of widespread pain lasting more than three months—affecting all four quadrants of the body, e.g., both sides, and above and below the waist.
What Could Be the Causes for Fibromyalgia Trigger Points?
The opinions of the experts are divided on this topic. Some say that this happens because of weakening of the muscles at certain spots but are not able to say what could be the cause of such uneven weakening of these muscles.
Some say that these painful fibromyalgia trigger points happen due to either too much oxidation plus the fact that there is too less oxygen available.
Based on this theory a diet rich in antioxidants have been found to have some positive results when given to fibromyalgia patients. The positive results point to the fact that this theory might be correct.
Cure the Fibromyalgia Trigger Points
Unfortunately, there is no cure for this ailment. However, proper symptomatic treatment may help in controlling the pain. The most popular remedy right now is adding antioxidants to your diet. Foods high in antioxidants are available and should be one of the diet changes that should be considered. You may want to check with a nutritionist to get the best diet recommendation.
Besides the antioxidants you would be required to do a moderate level of exercise on a daily basis for about 20 to 30 minutes. This would bring oxygen to your muscles and may help reduce the pain. A word of warning, don't do what most people do and stop the treatment when they start to feel better. You need to stick with the program even after you felt a little better. Most people make a mistake of stopping. They think they are cured when the pain subsides. However, you are only feeding your muscles what they lack. When you stop it, the muscles would develop the deficiency again and you would find yourself back at square one with the pain.
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