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1. Is Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia Actually an Effective Treatment
   Fibromyalgia sufferers rejoice - recent studies have shown that acupuncture for fibromyalgia seems to be a candidate for one of the most effective treatments for this debilitating condition. If you are one of the millions of people who are experiencing the
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2. Hypermobility & Fibromyalgia
   This site provides information and support for people with both joint hypermobility and fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome.
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3. ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) and Fibromyalgia Information
   Provides research and general information on ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, links, a message board and lists of doctors.
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4. Fibromyalgia
   Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a neurophysiological condition characterized by widespread, diffuse pain, usually accompanied by fatigue, and sometimes a wide range of other symptoms. Symptoms are often aggravated by exercise, unrelated illness, or changes in the weather. In general, fibromyalgia does not result in any noticeable inflammation of the painful areas, nor
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5. Fibromyalgia - Information from NIH
   Alternate Name(s): Fibromyositis; Fibrositis; Myofascial pain syndrome ... Fibromyalgia is a common condition characterized by long-term, body-wide pain and tender points in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Fibromylagia has also been linked to fatigue, morning stiffness, sleep problems, headaches, ...
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6. Fibromyalgia, Fibrofog and Dissociation
   Provides information on cognitive problems experienced by patients with fibromyalgia, which is characterized by memory loss and mental confusion.
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7. Techniques For Overcoming CFS, FMS and GWS
   Describes protocols for managing chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and Gulf War syndromes.
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8. Managing Fibromyalgia
   Fibromyalgia information from Miryam Williamson. Includes sale of author's books and audio tape.
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9. Acupuncture
   or for its claimed effects, and that acupuncture is therefore a pseudoscience, many patients experience the sensations of stimulus known in Chinese as "deqi" ("obtaining the qi"} and this was historically considered to be evidence of effective treatment. Often deqi takes the form of a propagation of sensation along the trajectory of the so-called acupuncture "channels". Research into the phenomena of "deqi" has mostly been conducted in China and Japan. Treatment of acupoints may be performed locally at the site of a particular problem, or at locations elsewhere on the body that are considered to be helpful based on either theoretical
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10. Fibromyalgia Association UK
    National charity seeking to raise awareness of the condition. Offers information on diagnosis and therapies for sufferers and professionals, their activities, conferences, and their helpline.
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11. Fibromyalgia: MedlinePlus
    No one knows what causes fibromyalgia. Anyone can get it, but it is most common in middle-aged women. ... What Is Fibromyalgia? (National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin...
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12. Restless Legs Syndrome and Leg Cramps in Fibromyalgia Syndrome
    British Medical Journal article, 1996: a controlled study.
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13. Fibromyalgia - Artists Loft
    A site for those with fibromyalgia, chronic myofascial pain, chronic fatigue and overlapping conditions to showcase their art.
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14. Substance P
    Substance P In neuroscience, Substance P is a neuropeptide: a short-chain polypeptide that functions as a neurotransmitter. It is especially involved in the transmission of pain impulses from peripheral receptors to the central nervous system (it derives its name from the first letter of pain). It has been theorised that it plays a part in fibromyalgia. Capsaicin has been shown to reduce the levels of Substance P.
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15. Q&A Fibromyalgia
    This is a public information piece. ... Questions and Answers about Fibromyalgia ... Who Gets Fibromyalgia?
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16. Blue Ridge Clinical Associates
    A medical clinic offering interdisciplinary treatment for chronic pain, and other medical problems including fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. North Carolina.
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17. Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    Healing resources for patients, family and friends. Preview the first 25 pages for free.
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18. Myalgia
    Myalgia Myalgia means "muscle pain" and is a symptom of many diseases and disorders. See also: Fibromyalgia Darbepoetin Ebola Lyme disease Marburg virus Monkeypox Q fever Severe acute respiratory syndrome
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19. National Fibromyalgia Association: Welcome to the national
    Your fibromyalgia support destination! To develop and execute programs dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with fibromyalgia. ... What is Fibromyalgia?
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20. Getting Well from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
    Offers treatment for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Syndrome.
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