Fibromyalgia is a chronic syndrome of unknown cause that causes pain throughout the body and other symptoms, such as frequent tiredness and sleep disorders, for example. Understand more about the main signs of this problem.
The pain caused by fibromyalgia, despite being widespread, becomes more intense when pressing specific points on the body, the so-called tender points of fibromyalgia and which can be represented on a map, such as the one shown.
Pain points map
In this image you can see the main pain points of fibromyalgia, which are located:
- In the front and back of the neck; In the back of the shoulders; In the upper part of the chest; In the elbows; In the upper part of the buttocks; In the hip; In the knees.
People who suffer from fibromyalgia have chronic pain, but it can be even more present or worsen when the weather changes and the rain comes. Find out why it can happen and how to relieve this pain here.
How to confirm the diagnosis
The diagnosis of fibromyalgia must be made by a general practitioner and is usually made when there is severe pain in 3 to 6 different areas of the body for at least 3 months, or less severe pain in 7 or more different areas of the body, also for at least 3 months.
How the treatment is done
Fibromyalgia treatment aims to control your symptoms and can be done with pain relievers, massages, physiotherapy or alternative therapies such as aromatherapy or acupuncture, for example. Learn more about fibromyalgia treatment.
See also some stretches that can help to improve the day-to-day:
