Factors That Make Fibromyalgia Difficult To Diagnose

Fibromyalgia is a real pain in the neck. Literally. This disorder causes widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue that affects an estimated 6.4 percent of Americans. Sadly, even though it's quite common in the country, the diagnostic process remains tricky. This leaves many patients clueless about how they can achieve sustainable fibromyalgia relief in Redwood City.

Understanding this concern, our team thought of explaining how fibromyalgia diagnosis actually works. Additionally, we rounded up the key factors that hinder patients from getting the help they need.

 

Diagnosis and Influencing Factors

As common as it is, fibromyalgia is rather difficult to diagnose, even for medical experts. This mostly happens because of the following factors:

  • Shared similarities with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or Lyme disease
  • Unpredictable flare-ups 
  • Lack of awareness of the initial signs of fibromyalgia (fatigue, body stiffness, and sleeping problems)
  • Lack of a standardized approach to diagnosing the condition (blood tests, nerve scans, etc.)
  • The patient's age and gender
  • The varying medical histories of the patients (especially if they have other conditions)

Sometimes patients need to wait for months or years for doctors to rule out every potential cause of debilitating symptoms like body stiffness and chronic fatigue. But thankfully, once a patient receives an official diagnosis, it becomes easier to find a practical relief option.

  

Upper Cervical Care for Fibromyalgia Relief in Redwood City

Besides physical therapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture, several patients seek fibromyalgia relief in Redwood City, CA, through upper cervical care. With the help of Dr. Pete Tsiglieris of Advanced Spinal Care, you can address postural problems in your topmost neck and minimize the risks of debilitating fibromyalgia flare-ups.  

If you have fibromyalgia, we want to help you. We offer customized chiropractic care to help our patients enjoy lasting fibromyalgia relief in Redwood City. Dr. Tsiglieris uses the NUCCA chiropractic adjustment technique, which has been shown in scientific studies to reduce pain levels for fibromyalgia patients. This means fewer flare-ups and better management of your symptoms! In addition to reducing your pain levels, chiropractic care can also improve your health and well-being.

Don't wait any longer—contact us today for an appointment with Dr. Tsiglieris at Advanced Spinal Care, and we will give you the best care plan for fibromyalgia relief in Redwood City. All you have to do is phone us at (650) 595-0500 or send us a filled-out online form so we can schedule your consultation right away.

 

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