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FIBROMYALGIA
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Fiobromyalgia
(FM) is a common painful and chronic disorder characterized by
widespread pain in at least 8 specific areas of the body, including
the neck, shoulders, and chest. Other names that are associated
with this condition are myositis, myofascial pain syndrome and
fibromyositis.
Historically, there are many causes for FM. Symptoms can be the
result of:
- Prolonged biomechanical dysfunction,
leading to chronic muscle strain and subsequent sustained muscle
spasms
- Chronic muscle contraction due
to injuries of repetitive strain, causing the release of noxious
chemicals that cause local inflammation and pain
- Tight muscles that irritate peripheral
nerves causing pain, numbness, tingling sensations, and weakness
locally and to distal muscles supplied by that nerve
- Tense muscles that impede blood
circulation causing local swelling and decreased oxygen to local
tissues and tissues supplied elsewhere along the circuit
- Decreased blood and oxygen flow
decreasing the bodys ability to repair tissue that has
been damaged by everyday use, thus leading to soft tissue injuries
DR-HO'S Muscle Massage Therapy
System
Patients with FM need to combine self-care
with their health professionals care. It is equally important
that a FM patient learn about the cause of their pain, and what
they can do themselves to get immediate relief because symptoms
of FM can become acute anytime.
In order to relieve pain and to promote long-term progress, a
combination of massage therapy, gentle movement exercises and
deep relaxation techniques is required. FM patients need to relax
their muscles, promote blood and nerve circulation and restore
deep sleep patterns in order to get immediate and long-term recovery.
Dr. Michael Ho, a doctor who specializes in treating patients
with chronic pain and headaches, has been treating patients with
FM for over 17 years. He saw the need for a device that his own
patients could use safely and effectively at home to help to relieve
muscle tension and pain when they were unable to attend his clinic.
Over 4 years ago, he developed his DR-HO'S MUSCLE MASSAGE
THERAPY SYSTEM. The device is a pocket-sized electronic stimulator
that has been proven to relieve muscle tension and pain in 20
minutes. The device sends a gentle pulse through two (2) electrodes,
which are attached to the skin by a sticky gel pad. The electrical
pulse stimulates the nerves and muscles to simulate 12 variety
of muscle massage therapy techniques. You can select from 3 groups
of massage settings ranging from very deep, soothing to very calm
and comforting techniques. You can also control the intensity
of each massage setting. All techniques feel very relaxing and
rejuvenating.
DR-HO'S
MUSCLE MASSAGE THERAPY SYSTEM works to relieve muscle tension
and pain extremely quickly. The pulse wave and frequencies are
modeled after 12 different professional therapeutic devices that
are commonly used in Chiropractic and Physiotherapy clinics. The
DR-HO SYSTEM is a major advancement in the field of pain
relieving devices, and is programmed to change methods of stimulation
every few seconds to prevent the body from adapting to the same
stimulation, which is a common problem with most electrical stimulating
devices. With DR-HO'S MUSCLE MASSAGE THERAPY SYSTEM,
the more it is used, the more effective it becomes.
The system is clinically tested and
is scientifically proven to perform the following:
- Dramatically relieve muscle tension after 20 minutes of use.
- Dramatically relieve pain after 20 minutes of use.
- Increase oxygen level in the tissues during and after the
20-minute massage treatment.
- Increase muscle strength after 20 minutes of use.
- Increase range of motion in the neck, shoulder and lower back
after 20 minutes of use.
The DR-HO'S MUSCLE
MASSAGE THERAPY SYSTEM is portable, easy to use and safe to
use. FM patients are recommended to utilize the system 3 to 5
times per day. There are no chemicals involved, so there are no
drug interactions or overuse concerns. The system can be used
almost anywhere on the body as needed. There is a detailed instruction
manual and video, which is included to show you how to get fast
effective relief for over 20 major body areas. On this instructional
video, Dr. Michael Ho also demonstrates very specific rehabilitation
exercises for each major body part. Patients should also use DR-HO
before bedtime to massage their upper neck, sub-occipital region
to help relieve their headaches and to induce a deeper sleep.
We offer a 30-day risk free trial, and guarantee that FM patients
will experience significant relief in just 20 minutes for their
muscle tension and painful conditions. With repeated usage, the
DR-HO'S MUSCLE MASSAGE THERAPY SYSTEM will give patients
immediate and long-term relief. Since the development of the device
(4 years ago), hundreds of thousands of people with different
painful conditions have already been relieved by the DR-HO'S
SYSTEM.
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To find out more about Fibromyalgia
(FM), read on.
More About Fibromyalgia
(FM)
Diagnosis
The diagnosis of FM is mainly based on history and examination
findings. Laboratory examinations can be used to rule out other
systemic diseases. While there are no specific tests that can
confirm the diagnosis of FM, a history of previous injuries, high
levels of stress, a poor sleeping pattern, mild Scoliosis, a poor
level of physical fitness, and the verification of at least 8
specific tender points and their associated pain patterns can
all help to substantiate a diagnosis. Many FM patients suffer
from 4 associated conditions, including chronic fatigue, interstitial
cystitis, irritable bowel syndrome and migraine headaches. FM
is most common in middle-aged females.
Symptoms
Listed below are 8 common tender or painful regions associated
with FM, and how they can cause some of the many associated symptoms
experienced by most FM patients. Understanding the cause and relationship
to these different symptoms is vital in selecting the type of
care necessary for immediate and long-term relief.
- Sub-occipital
region
- C-5, C-7 transverse
process area
- Trapezius muscles.
- Supraspinatus and Rhomboid
muscles
- Costochondral junction
- Lateral epicondyle
- Greater Trochanteric
prominence and lower back
- Medial side of the knee
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Sub-occipital
region.
This is the area at the back and upper part of the neck, just
below the hairline and about one inch from the midline on
both sides. These tender points are located in the depressed
region where the sub-occipital muscles are, and specifically
where the sub-occipital (C-1) nerve exits between the skull
and the first vertebrae in the neck. Unknown to most patients
with FM, irritation of this C-1 nerve can cause tension headaches,
migraines, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, inability to concentrate,
feelings of pressure and stabbing pain behind the eyes and
temple region. This upper neck muscle tension and its associated
symptoms tend to get worse during the pre-menstruating period
and during sleep. These symptoms will also become aggravated
with emotional and postural strain.
To get relief, try to avoid activities that strain the neck
muscles. Proper integrated massage and specific neck exercises
in the morning and just before bedtime daily are necessary
to relieve the sub-occipital muscle tension and to restore
the circulation of the C-1 nerve. Regular neck massage and
exercise can re-educate these neck muscles to stay relax and
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C-5,
C-7 transverse process area.
These tender spots can be palpated at about 1.5 inches from
midline at the lower part and side of the neck. These tense
and chronically contracted muscles cause neck pain and restriction
of neck movements; that is worse in the mornings, after prolonged
sitting or sustained positions. These muscles can spasm in
response to emotional stress, poor posture, and during sleep,
causing more acute neck pain. Unknown to most patients with
FM, tight muscles in the lower part and side of the neck will
cause irritation of the nerves (brachial plexus) at the lower
neck and upper shoulder region. These irritated nerves exit
from the side of the neck (thoracic outlet syndrome) and travel
down the shoulder, through to the elbow, wrist and finally
into the hand. Many patients with FM will also suffer from
unresolved elbow pain (epicondylitis, tennis or golfers
elbow), a recurring numbness and tingling feeling (paresthsia)
deep in the arm and hand (carpal tunnel syndrome) with a sensation
that is hard to describe. If left untreated, the hand can
lose strength and coordination over time. In order to get
immediate and long term relieve, a FM patient must massage
the lower neck, upper back, forearm and wrist area on a daily
basis to relax the tensed muscles and to stimulate the nerve
circulation from neck to hand. Specific exercises should be
performed 3 to 6 times per day in order to restore neck and
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Trapezius
muscles.
These tender spots are located on both shoulders at the mid-point
of the crest of the upper shoulder muscle. Most FM patients
will have several tender spots or zones of tenderness on each
side. Chronic tightness of the Trapezius muscles can cause
the muscle fibers to become hardened. The release of noxious
chemicals combined with poor circulation cause a burning sensation
that is disturbing both physically and emotionally. Chronic
FM patients are often more emotionally sensitive causing further
muscle tension, pain and stiffness in this muscle region.
A combination of massage, muscle strengthening, and deep breathing
relaxation exercise will help to keep these tense muscles
relax and pain free.
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Supraspinatus
and Rhomboid muscles.
Often described by FM patients as an achy spot
just beside the shoulder blade. In most cases, the tender
spot is located at the upper back area between the shoulder
blade and the spine either on one side or both sides. The
pain here is unlike the other tender spots because it feels
much deeper and can be felt as a sharp pain that radiates
up into the neck and head area. This tender area can be related
to the Rhomboid muscle, which connects the scapular (shoulder
blade) to the spine, or the Supraspinatus muscle, which connects
the scapular to the humerus (arm) bone. The local tenderness
and sharp pain may also be associated with the costo-vertebral
joint, which is the connecting point between the rib and the
spine. This can cause some FM patients have chest pain at
the costochondral junction on the side of the sternum (breastplate).
To get relief here, massage the rhomboid muscles, the supraspinatus
muscles and the neck muscles daily. Specific exercises should
be done daily to ensure good upper body posture and proper
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Costochondral
junction.
This tender spot is located at the front of the chest, over
the joint connecting the rib to the sternum. It is commonly
noted as tenderness at the level of the 2nd or 3rd rib (leaving
many FM patients having made the wrong assumption that they
are having an anxiety or a heart attack). Massage treatment
to the back of the shoulder blade area will often relieve
the chest pain as well. Regular exercise to ensure good posture
and a mobile rib cage will also help to keep the pain away.
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Lateral
epicondyle.
This elbow pain is often called the tennis elbow.
It is a pain and tenderness felt at the outside of the elbow.
The pain is worse with any forceful gripping or twisting hand
movements. There may or may not be any history of overuse,
as this elbow pain might be related to poor circulating brachial
nerves which run from the neck down through the elbow and
hand. In order to get long-term relief for the elbow pain
and tenderness, it is very important to treat the neck as
well as the elbow. Massage the forearm and neck muscles daily
to teach these muscles to relax again and to promote nerve
and blood circulation to the elbow. Avoid any heavy work involving
strong handgrip and twisting of the wrist is also necessary
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Greater
Trochanteric prominence and lower back.
This tenderness is located at the lower part of the back,
side of the hip and at the level of the sacroiliac joint (where
the pelvic bone joins the sacrum tailbone). Tenderness and
pain at the lower back and hip area are caused by very tight
muscles in the lower back and in the Piriformis muscle deep
in the hip. These tight muscles can also irritate the sciatic
nerve to cause radiating pain down into the hip, knee or toes.
To get total relieve, make sure to treat the lower back and
hip muscles. Massage the lower back muscles; the piriformas
muscles in the buttock area and the side of the hip. Be sure
to massage these muscles in the morning and before bedtime
and during periods of prolonged sitting or standing. Lower
back and hip muscle stretch exercise done on a daily basis
will also help to keep the muscle tension and pain away. order
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Medial
side of the knee.
Tenderness is noted at the medial side (inside) of the knees.
You may also detect that the knees point inward and appear
uneven. The knee pain and tenderness might be related to a
fallen foot arch, local knee problem or malalignment of the
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