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Fibromyalgia and adhesion & fascial issues

Posted by kach @kach, Apr 9, 2021

I have fibromyalgia and have had widespread skeletal muscle pain for a number of years. This past year, I started having pain issues due to adhesive capsulitis (freezing of my shoulder and ankle), myofascial adhesions, and plantar fasciitis. Is anyone else with fibromyalgia experiencing these type of issues? I am wondering if they are related to my fibromyalgia or some other underlying problem.

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sandra1983 | @sandra1983 | Feb 2 1:43pm
In reply to @amandajro "Hello @kach and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am glad you have joined members on..." + (show)
@amandajro

Hello @kach and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am glad you have joined members on Connect to get support and feedback on your fibromyalgia and other symptoms to see if others have found they are potentially related.

I see that @whattodo has already reached out to share. Other members who have been active recently in the fibromyalgia discussions include @faithann64 @healingone @migizii @parus @rwinney @sandytoes14 @babette and others who may have experiences they can share with you.

How long have you had fibromyalgia?

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I was diagnosed in 1996. RA in 1979. I do believe I have PMR but my R Dr says no. My inflammatory markers are very low to nil. Is it possible to be positive of PMR with this level on inflammatory markers?

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lindag65 | @lindag65 | 4 days ago
In reply to @c101 "Correction to above. If muscles are cramping, ice is better. If muscles are very sore due..." + (show)
@c101

Correction to above. If muscles are cramping, ice is better. If muscles are very sore due to inflammation, heat is better. Also, you can sleep with a pillow under your legs (if you are on your back), between your legs if you are on you side. This takes the pressure off the lower back which will ease the cramping. Also can elevate the feet. If you do not have a bed that will automatically fold the feet up, just take a piece of luggage or other object to put between the mattresses to raise the feet up (this again takes pressure off the back).

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You’re absolutely right—if the muscles are cramping, ice therapy is a better option as it helps numb the area and reduce inflammation, while heat therapy works best for sore muscles due to inflammation, helping to increase circulation and promote relaxation.

As for the heating pad, I've been using the UTK far infrared heating pad bought from their site: bit.ly/4gwQgHO. It's been a game changer for me—it helps me relieve pain and tension in my lower back like nothing else. The infrared heat penetrates deep into the muscles, which really makes a difference compared to traditional heating pads. I love that I can control the temperature and time with ease, and the pad is so comfortable to use, especially after a long day or an intense workout. It’s become a part of my daily routine.

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