God Bless You! You sound exactly like me. I've had fibro for 28 years. I refused the Cybalta & Lyrica due to the horrible side effects of coming off of them. I too use Flexeril, hot bath soaks in Epsom Salts, Voltaren Gel and heat packs. Some days, its unbearable. They have tried so many meds with me at "baby doses" and I cannot tolerate them. Extra rest does help. Lowering your stress level. I also have used the creams with Lidocaine in them (over the counter) and they do help. I do not use the Voltaren Gel along with them. Massages help sometimes....not always. Personally, I do not want to get on the control substance pain meds. Praying for you. I understand and I care. It's a very misunderstood syndrome. You look fine...but you are exhausted and hurt like the dickens! Hugs and prayers for better days.