Musculoskeletal/Connective Tissue Disorders - Fibromyalgia

Pathway Contributor: Michelle Gibbs

Credentials:
PHD, RD

Contributions:

• Are there non-pharmacological therapies that help relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Can the elimination of food additives such as MSG or aspartame help to relieve the symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Does the addition of dietary supplements (e.g. omega-3, omega-6, D-ribose, vitamin B6, magnesium, chlorella pyrenoidosa or anthocyanidins) help relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Can vitamin D supplementation help relieve the symptoms of pain or depression commonly found in the person with fibromyalgia?  

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• Can physical activity (aerobic, muscle strengthening and flexibility training) help decrease the symptoms of fibromyalgia and increase physical function?  

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• Can eliminating caffeine help to relieve the symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Can specific dietary patterns such as vegan or Mediterranean-style diet help to relieve the symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Can a gluten-free diet help to relieve the symptoms of fibromyalgia?  

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• Musculoskeletal/Connective Tissue Disorders - Fibromyalgia Background

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