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hi, yes, same problem area here too. I take tramadol for all over pain plus use Frieda magnesium cream locally on the shoulder and neck. I also have dry needling treatments once or twice a year. FYI I'm on medicare so if doctor approves that therapy is paid. Some other insurances also pay for...

The doctor did 6 points of pain. He was very informed on those areas except one which I pointed out. He did warn me beforehand that he was firm and precise..lol..not sure if he hit nerves but one arm was numb for an hour after and I did bruise for a week. it may be worth a try for you because...

good morning, yes, I have had one session of trigger point injections and didn't have any relief. For me, it was one of most painful procedures I've experienced. Doc wanted to inject lidocaine to lessen pain but I am allergic to it. That may be why it was so bad for me so I don't want to...

hi again, The little I've researched this condition (I refuse to cal it a disease) I find former overly active people seem to be the ones with FM. I'm sure that can be proven wrong but I was also very physically active and independent . Now I'm finding it very disturbing to needing the help...

Yes, yes, and yes,I have so many different symptoms at different times it gets really difficult to pinpoint the worst ones when talking with the doctor at every appointment. I'm 69 and at first thought it was simply arthritis all over my body but tests proved that wrong. I believe I've had FM...

You write beautifully! You describe this condition perfectly also. You are exactly correct about the emotional side of this pain too. Going to re-read this many times. Love to you and thank you!

Hi, So sorry for your pain. Yes, you've described my symptoms almost exactly. Only difference is my nerve pain is on my right side...It is so irritating when it first began I thought it was from an internal organ. I've just recently been diagnosed with FM and am taking Tramadol and Lyrica for...