Columns

July 31, 2017July 31, 2017

Well-meaning but Misguided Advice Comes with the Territory

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Isn’t it amazing the things people say when they find out that you have fibromyalgia? They probably know little to nothing about it, and yet they are very free with ... Read more

July 28, 2017July 28, 2017

Overcoming the Dental Dilemma

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

I don’t know many people who enjoy dental appointments, but when you have chronic pain, they can be brutal. Brushing and flossing can be very painful to someone with fibromyalgia, ... Read more

July 28, 2017July 27, 2017

Eight Ideas for Dealing with Bad Flare Days

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

When you have a good day … celebrate! Don’t overdo it, but do something you really enjoy. Making good memories can help you get through those no-good days of a ... Read more

July 24, 2017July 24, 2017

Support for Men with Fibromyalgia

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

The majority of people diagnosed with fibromyalgia are women, meaning it can be difficult for men with FM to find patient support. I’m obviously not a male fibromyalgia patient, but ... Read more

July 21, 2017July 20, 2017

A Few Tips for Restorative Sleep

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

I know I’ve already tackled the sleep dilemma in a previous column, but once again I am experiencing serious issues getting to sleep. My earlier suggestions aren’t working. I really need ... Read more

July 21, 2017July 20, 2017

How My Faith Impacts How I Approach My Life

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I know this column may not apply to some, but I would be remiss if I didn’t write about how my faith impacts my fibromyalgia. Faith actually impacts every area ... Read more

July 20, 2017July 20, 2017

Welcome to ‘Pushing Through the Pain’

Columns, Pushing Through the Pain - a Column by Lisa Burks

Hello, all! My name is Lisa Burks and this is a little something about me. I am 32 years young. My husband, Wes, and I have been married for 10 ... Read more

July 20, 2017July 20, 2017

When Others Have Short-Term Physical Limitations

Columns, FMS and the Person Within - a Column by Lori Galpeer

Recently, my husband suffered a pulled muscle after doing some heavy yard work. He already has back issues from a work-related injury in 1993. In lieu of surgery, he dedicated ... Read more

July 19, 2017July 19, 2017

Growing Up Fibro

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

Many fibromyalgia patients have horror stories to tell about their arduous journey from onset to diagnosis. Depending on which source you believe, the process typically takes anywhere from two to ... Read more

July 17, 2017July 18, 2017

Finding a New Calling in Life with Fibromyalgia

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I have found a new calling after my fibromyalgia diagnosis — perhaps you are like me, and found a new calling, too. If not, maybe it’s something to think about. Before ... Read more