Posts by: Margarida Azevedo, MSc

Margarida Azevedo, MSc

Margarida graduated with a BS in Health Sciences from the University of Lisbon and a MSc in Biotechnology from Instituto Superior Técnico (IST-UL). She worked as a molecular biologist research associate at a Cambridge UK-based biotech company that discovers and develops therapeutic, fully human monoclonal antibodies.

October 24, 2016October 24, 2016

NSU Hosts Conference on Chronic Fatigue, Related Conditions Like Fibromyalgia

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Nova Southeastern University is hosting the biennial meeting organized by the International Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (IACFS/ME) Oct. 27-30 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The 12th International IACFS/ME Research and Clinical Conference: Emerging ... Read more

October 21, 2016October 21, 2016

Researchers Identify Fibromyalgia Brain Signature that Might Improve Diagnosis, Treatment

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Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder have discovered a brain signature that identifies fibromyalgia (FM) patients with 93 percent accuracy. The discovery opens possibilities for improved fibromyalgia diagnosis and treatments in the future. The ... Read more

October 7, 2016October 7, 2016

Study Shows Mindfulness Can Improve Disease Managment in Patients with Fibromyalgia, Other Conditions

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A new research study revealed that the practice of mindfulness can help people with long-term conditions better manage their disease and have more control. Patients with conditions like fibromyalgia said ... Read more

October 3, 2016October 3, 2016

Wearable Pain Relief Device, Quell, to Be Tested with Fibromyalgia Patients

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In collaboration with Synovation Medical Group, NeuroMetrix will conduct a pilot study of its Quell Wearable Pain Relief Technology in patients with fibromyalgia. Quell is a wearable intensive nerve stimulation device to help people ... Read more

September 28, 2016September 28, 2016

Behavioral Therapy Seen to Ease Insomnia in Patients with Chronic Pain

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A study by researchers in the U.K. identified a correlation — and feedback loop — between chronic pain and lack of sleep, reporting that people with chronic pain due to conditions like fibromyalgia, ... Read more

September 23, 2016September 23, 2016

Review Finds Nondrug, Complementary Health Approaches Effective for Pain Relief in Fibromyalgia, Other Conditions

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Results from a review of U.S.-based clinical trials indicate that some popular complementary health techniques — such as yoga, tai chi, and acupuncture — are effective in helping to manage common ... Read more

August 31, 2016August 31, 2016

Chemical Signature for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Identified

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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition responsible for long-term pain and disability. It is separate from but often considered related to fibromyalgia. Unfortunately, CFS is a difficult to diagnose disease mainly because ... Read more

August 29, 2016August 29, 2016

For Parents: How to Help Kids with Chronic Pain Head Back to School

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With every new school year comes the health warnings regarding carrying heavy backpacks. It can be damaging to every kid’s posture, but is especially worrisome for children suffering from chronic pain. ... Read more

August 24, 2016August 24, 2016

Fibromyalgia Patients Find Pain Relief, Better Quality of Life by Swimming

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Brazilian researchers have determined that swimming is as effective as walking to relieve pain and improve quality of life for fibromyalgia patients. The study “Swimming Improves Pain and Functional Capacity of Patients With Fibromyalgia: ... Read more

August 19, 2016August 19, 2016

Artist and Fibromyalgia Patient Celebrates Half Marathon Fundraiser with New Exhibit

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Artist and fibromyalgia patient Sujata Tibrewala raised $900 last month through a half marathon to help educate underprivileged children in India. Her new exhibit at her Cupertino studio celebrates the spirit of athletes, ... Read more