FIBROMYALGIA

Treating Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that can cause pain all over the body. Other symptoms could include fatigue, altered sleep, memory issues and mood changes. It can be caused by a viral infection, injury, or stress condition.

Diagnosing Fibromyalgia
New guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology require a person to have widespread pain throughout the body for at least 3 months to be diagnosed with Fibromyalgia.

To meet the criteria, you must have pain in at least four of these five areas:

Left upper region, including shoulder, arm or jaw

Right upper region, including shoulder, arm or jaw

Left lower region, including hip, buttock or leg

Right lower region, including hip, buttock or leg

Axial region, which includes neck, back, chest or abdomen
Treating Fibromyalgia
AVALA Pain is equipped to treat the pain symptoms associated with Fibromyalgia including:

Pain Relief Medications

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

WHEN TO SEE A PAIN MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Living with fibromyalgia can mean facing widespread pain, fatigue, and brain fog that affect every part of your life. While your primary care provider or rheumatologist may begin your treatment, a pain management specialist can play a key role when your symptoms become difficult to control or start limiting your daily activities.

Signs It's Time
You may benefit from seeing a pain management specialist if:

Your pain is constant or worsening. Fibromyalgia pain often fluctuates, but if you’re experiencing persistent or severe flare-ups that interfere with sleep or work, it may be time for advanced care.

Medications and basic therapies aren’t helping enough. When traditional approaches—such as lifestyle changes, physical therapy, or antidepressant or anti-seizure medications—no longer bring relief, a pain specialist can explore additional treatment options.

Your pain affects multiple areas of life. If you’re missing work, withdrawing from social activities, or struggling with anxiety and fatigue related to fibromyalgia, specialized care can help restore balance.

You want a more comprehensive approach. Pain specialists take time to understand how your symptoms interact—addressing not only pain, but also sleep, mood, and muscle function.

You’re unsure what’s next. A pain management evaluation can clarify your diagnosis and connect you with the right blend of therapies for lasting improvement.
How Pain Specialists Help with Fibromyalgia
Pain management specialists offer multimodal, personalized care designed to reduce pain sensitivity and improve quality of life. Your individualized plan may include:

Trigger point or nerve block injections to relieve localized muscle pain

Medication optimization for pain and sleep management

Physical therapy and movement programs to improve flexibility and endurance

Cognitive-behavioral and relaxation therapies to reduce pain perception

Lifestyle guidance focused on sleep, nutrition, and stress management

This team-based approach looks beyond short-term relief—helping you manage your condition day-to-day and reclaim the activities that matter most.
Next Steps

If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia but still struggle with chronic, disruptive pain, you don’t have to face it alone. A pain management specialist can help you understand your pain and regain control with therapies tailored to your body and goals.

Schedule a consultation today to explore advanced treatment options and start your journey toward better, more comfortable living.

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