How to live with TMJ disorder as a side effect of Fibromyalgia

I’d never heard of TMJ until I had Fibromyalgia and started seeing the two words paired together. It’s not surprising as Fibromyalgia is one of those illnesses doctors rarely explain correctly because they’re too busy to pay attention. One of those random symptoms is TMJ or temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). What is the TMJ (temporomandibular…Continue reading How to live with TMJ disorder as a side effect of Fibromyalgia

May is Fibromyalgia awareness month and 14 bloggers have come together to share their top tips for living with fibromyalgia

15 Top recommendations for living with fibromyalgia by those who know

Living with Fibromyalgia is a delicate dance, which is why May’s Fibromyalgia Awareness Month is so important. The bloggers at the Fibro Blogger Directory got together to provide the ultimate post for Fibromyalgia recommendations. Each blogger has a link with the rest of the blog post, so definitely head over to other blogs to read…Continue reading 15 Top recommendations for living with fibromyalgia by those who know

improving pain and sleep with physician therapeutics

Improving pain and sleep with Physician Therapeutics

When you have a chronic illness or live with chronic pain there are a million products out there that target your illness. It’s hard to figure out which ones will work and which ones will be a waste of money. Which is why I tried out some products for you. I tried medical food from…Continue reading Improving pain and sleep with Physician Therapeutics

how to make mornings with chronic illness easier

How to make your morning with chronic pain easier

One of the most difficult parts is the morning when I have to get up and get ready despite my chronic pain. I often tell my husband I have enough energy to go somewhere, but I don’t have enough energy to get myself ready to go. It’s just too hard to shower, get dressed, do…Continue reading How to make your morning with chronic pain easier

I am fibromyalgia- When fibromyalgia takes over your body and your life

I am Fibromyalgia: What it’s like when Fibromyalgia takes over your body

I know I snuck up on you without your knowing so now that you’re stuck with me I thought I’d introduce myself. Hi, I’m fibromyalgia I’m invisible No one can see me, no one else can feel me, only you can feel my strength and power. I take your energy from you, I cause your…Continue reading I am Fibromyalgia: What it’s like when Fibromyalgia takes over your body

How to start an exercise routine when you have Fibromyalgia

How to start an exercise routine when you have Fibromyalgia

This month the Fibro Blogger Directory is running a series on answering questions about fibromyalgia that readers have sent in. One of the readers asked this question: Can you please help explain how I can get started with exercising – I want to but can’t get up off the lounge most days and can’t even…Continue reading How to start an exercise routine when you have Fibromyalgia

5 tips for faking chronic illness (it’s just that easy)

Faking chronic illness is not nearly as easy as people think, it actually takes a lot of time and preparation. Before you undertake this project, here are a few tips to keep in mind. 1. Make sure you’re faking a real chronic illness Don’t pick a fake illness like Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, or Lyme Disease.…Continue reading 5 tips for faking chronic illness (it’s just that easy)

what to wear when your clothing causes pain

What to wear when your clothing causes pain

When you’re living with chronic pain, every piece of clothing you wear has the potential to cause pain. One of the hallmarks of fibromyalgia and chronic pain is skin so sensitive that even the slightest touch causes pain. Many people can develop such hypersensitive skin that it’s difficult to find the right clothing to wear.…Continue reading What to wear when your clothing causes pain

Is fibromyalgia fake? 5 fibro myths debunked

 You may have landed on this page because you googled “Is fibromyalgia fake” looking to confirm that someone in your life is a lazy hypochondriac. Well unfortunately for you ( but fortunate for them) fibromyalgia is real. Now don’t get me wrong, Fibromyalgia is overdiagnosed. Many people who have chronic pain issues end up getting…Continue reading Is fibromyalgia fake? 5 fibro myths debunked

positive thinking is a coping mechanism not a cure

Positive thinking is a coping mechanism, not a cure

No one would ever accuse me of being an optimistic person. If you ask me if the glass is half empty or half full, I’d say that it has water in it.  My family likes to tell me I’m like Eeyore because I was depressed in high school (because four years of depression in your teen…Continue reading Positive thinking is a coping mechanism, not a cure