What do you do for your fibro besides meds? - Fibromyalgia Message Board

kariann12 · 04-13-2009, 10:03 PM

HI right now I am only taking 10mg of lexapro a day and I want to keep it that way, so what are some things you guys do for fibro besides meds? Do you have a special diet? exercise? viatimins? Thanks

janewhite1 · 04-14-2009, 06:13 AM

In my opinion, the only special diet required for FMS is a generally healthy one. Generous quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables, several sources of lean protein, minimal sugar and white starches. It'll improve energy levels, bowel function, and help prevent the development of other health problems that could worsen your fibro.

Supplements: Being low in D or calcium/magnesium can cause muscle problems, just something to keep in mind.

Absolutely, getting some exercise is vital, but do it carefully. If you aren't exercising at all, try starting with a 5 minute walk. I also benefit greatly from a stretching routine I worked out with a yoga teacher. I try to at least move around a bit once per hour.

Massage and trigger point injections also help me a lot. Careful about the massage--a couple days ago I tried someone new, and she twisted my neck 90 degrees to the left! My neck does not go beyond about 75 on a good day. I think she just inflicted a very mild muscle strain, already healing, but it's still annoyingly unnecessary.

Pammyann · 04-17-2009, 02:55 PM

I take Cymbalta & Lyrica to control pain. I eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of good water, green tea, take good multi vitamin, magnesium, fish oil, flaxseed oil, vit d, b12 and bcomplex. I go to water aerobics 2x per week, strength training 2x per week, monthly massage, try to keep stress minimal and get plenty of sleep.

Most of the time I feel pretty good and I function well enough to work full time, however there are days that I may have an occasional flare. Then I rest.

Glojer · 04-18-2009, 08:48 PM

I am going to ditto on the healthy diet and exercise. Staying away from sugar is a big one for me along with my healthy diet. I try to do 30 minute exercise routine 3 to 4 times a week. I am also a big believer in vitamins and have had my VitD checked and keep up with that.

Glojer