When a person receives a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, there can be many uncertainties regarding the future. We are going to take a closer look at some of the top concerns faced by those who are living with fibromyalgia. Hopefully, our article will help you to logically and emotionally handle some of these concerns in a workable manner. Then we will consider a natural way to try and improve the quality of your life despite having a chronic illness. 

Concern #1 – “Am I Now a Burden to Others?”

Any time a person is afflicted with a chronic ailment, this concern may arise. You may no longer be able to accomplish what you once did in the workplace, at home, or even in your relationships. However, this does not mean that you are suddenly a burden to your friends or family. Those who genuinely love you will be understanding of your condition and your limitations. You can also still learn to be productive despite having fibromyalgia. 

Concern #2 – “How Will I Make a Living?” 

This concern can come to the forefront if you have fibromyalgia and lost a job as a result of missed workdays or loss of productivity. Whether you are struggling to hang onto a job or looking for a new one, remember that you are not alone. What can you do if you simply cannot maintain the 9 to 5, Monday through Friday lifestyle?

Many people have been able to find or even create jobs for themselves that don’t require these long work hours. Think about your talents and abilities. If you can start your own business or work remotely for a company, you may find that this lessens the physical burden and makes it easier to maintain regular work.

Concern #3 – “I Always Have to Cancel Plans, So Why Bother”  

Last-minute cancellations are part of the territory when you live with a chronic illness. However, remember that your loved ones will be understanding if you explain your situation realistically. No one will expect you to risk your workday tomorrow for a simple dinner this evening – at least, not anyone who is truly your friend. 

When it comes to significant events, such as RSVPing to a wedding, remember that you can control the surrounding activities to lighten your schedule in the days ahead of time. This will give you the best chance of being able to attend the major events. Don’t stop scheduling the little events just because you may have to cancel sometimes.

Concern #4 – “I Live in Constant Fear of My Next Flare-Up” 

Flare-ups are going to happen. That’s why it is called a chronic illness. However, always worrying about the next episode can keep you from enjoying the good days that you have in between. Learning your triggers and what you can avoid in order to distance the attacks will help to decrease your concerns over when the next flare-up will occur. 

Also, keep in mind that you are not doing yourself any favors by being constantly worried about the next attack. This emotional stress could be the very trigger that is preventing you from having more good days in between episodes. Stress hormones can lead to inflammation, and even though the pain of fibromyalgia is not related to swelling, it can undoubtedly affect the central nervous system and increase your pain levels and other symptoms. Learning to relax and enjoy the remission periods is a critical element of controlling your health moving forward. 

Concern #5 – “I’m Never Going to Feel Well Again” 

When you initially receive a diagnosis of a chronic ailment like fibromyalgia, this may seem to be the case. You may have spent years bouncing from doctor to doctor to get a diagnosis for your mysterious symptoms. All the while, not knowing what was wrong makes it virtually impossible to find any sort of relief. Therefore, you may be experiencing pain, exhaustion, sleepless nights, confusion, and other symptoms daily with little respite in between.

However, now is not the time to give up! You now know what is wrong, and you can begin working toward natural solutions. Sure, there is no miracle cure for fibromyalgia, but there are many ways to find relief from the symptoms and to keep your flare-ups from occurring as often. This can help you to improve the quality of your life, maximize your productivity, and have more good days than bad. You are not doomed to feel sick forever. 

Upper Cervical Chiropractic Is Bringing Hope to People Living with Fibromyalgia 

If you are living with fibromyalgia, one way to find natural help is to seek the assistance of an upper cervical specific chiropractor. What does this particular form of chiropractic involve? It begins with precise measurements of the top two bones in the neck. Then, gentle adjustments are customized for each patient. The result for some fibromyalgia patients has been an improvement in central nervous system function and fewer symptoms. 

If you would like to try and find some natural help for your chronic health condition, especially if you have a history of head or neck trauma, this may be the perfect solution for you. To learn more, we encourage you to use the search feature on this website to locate a preferred doctor in your area. Scheduling a no-obligation consultation may your first step on the path to gaining greater control over your symptoms.

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