Coping strategy for widespread body ache
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterised by widespread muscle and bone pain and a heightened and painful response to pressure. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain signals.
The pain is a constant dull ache, typically arising from muscles and associated with problem in sleep, fatigue, memory and mode issue. To be considered widespread, the pain must occur on both sides of your body and above and below your waist.
One of the hardest things to accept may be that there is no cure for fibromyalgia pain. However, the coping strategies for getting through a bad day can range from simple frequent rest breaks throughout the day to watching a funny movie or talking with a favorite friend on the phone. Preparing a list of these strategies can help lessen the impact of fibromyalgia pain.
Find distractions — Identify activities that distract you from your symptoms. Examples include: Funny movies, quick-read books, outings with friends, favourite museums, and beautiful walking paths etc.
Relax — Set aside time for relaxation on your daily schedule. Add more relaxation time on days when your fibromyalgia symptoms flare. Relaxation techniques include:
Deep-breathing exercises: Breathe in slowly and deeply through your nose to a count of five. Hold the air in your lungs for a count of five and then breathe out slowly through your mouth to a count of 10.
Progressive muscle relaxation: Tighten and then relax body parts one at a time, starting at either your head or your feet.
Meditation: Focusing on a single object or repeating a particular sound can help quiet your mind and relax your muscles.
Visualisation: Take an imaginary trip to a beautiful place. Use all your senses to experience the location as fully as possible. Feel the sun's warmth. Hear the birds.
The more often you use coping strategies, the easier it becomes. Different strategies work for different people. Something that's worked in the past may not work today, so be flexible and try the next thing on your list.
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Source: www.mayoclinic.com
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