All CoverageArthritis & Rheumatic Diseases5 Times the Risk of Rheumatic Disease with a Family HistoryHeidi SpleteNews5 Min ReadResults of a large, registry-based study may guide prevention efforts in arthritis, osteoporosis, and more. Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases5 Times the Risk of Rheumatic Disease with a Family HistoryHeidi SpleteNews5 Min ReadResults of a large, registry-based study may guide prevention efforts in arthritis, osteoporosis, and more. FibromyalgiaWhy I Don’t Prescribe Opioids for FibromyalgiaDon L. Goldenberg, MDCommentary4 Min ReadRheumatologist Don L. Goldenberg on why he avoids recommending opioids for this rheumatic disease, including risks for increased pain and opioid use disorder. FibromyalgiaWhy I Don’t Prescribe Opioids for FibromyalgiaDon L. Goldenberg, MDCommentary4 Min ReadRheumatologist Don L. Goldenberg on why he avoids recommending opioids for this rheumatic disease, including risks for increased pain and opioid use disorder. FibromyalgiaInsulin Resistance May Play a Role in FibromyalgiaHeidi SpleteNews7 Min ReadStudies suggest a relationship between insulin resistance and fibromyalgia that may have implications for pain management. FibromyalgiaInsulin Resistance May Play a Role in FibromyalgiaHeidi SpleteNews7 Min ReadStudies suggest a relationship between insulin resistance and fibromyalgia that may have implications for pain management. COVIDLong COVID, FibroCOVID, and Musculoskeletal Pain: Why Pre-Existing Conditions MatterDon L. Goldenberg, MD9 Min ReadWomen with fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis may be at higher risk for developing long COVID. Plus, a look at rising musculoskeletal disorders and immune diseases as a result of the pandemic (think FibroCOVID). COVIDLong COVID, FibroCOVID, and Musculoskeletal Pain: Why Pre-Existing Conditions MatterDon L. Goldenberg, MD9 Min ReadWomen with fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis may be at higher risk for developing long COVID. Plus, a look at rising musculoskeletal disorders and immune diseases as a result of the pandemic (think FibroCOVID). COVIDCould Long COVID Research Lead to Breakthroughs in Understanding Fibromyalgia and CFS?Don L. Goldenberg, MDJournal Article13 Min ReadThe core symptoms of long COVID, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndromes are strikingly similar. The latest research on these overlapping pain syndromes. COVIDCould Long COVID Research Lead to Breakthroughs in Understanding Fibromyalgia and CFS?Don L. Goldenberg, MDJournal Article13 Min ReadThe core symptoms of long COVID, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndromes are strikingly similar. The latest research on these overlapping pain syndromes. FibromyalgiaResearch Insights: Fibromyalgia and ADHD Carry Misunderstood LinksHellen BergerJournal Article6 Min ReadAdults with fibromyalgia who have cognitive difficulties should be evaluated for ADHD, and vice versa. Research continues to associate cognition with more severe FM symptoms. FibromyalgiaResearch Insights: Fibromyalgia and ADHD Carry Misunderstood LinksHellen BergerJournal Article6 Min ReadAdults with fibromyalgia who have cognitive difficulties should be evaluated for ADHD, and vice versa. Research continues to associate cognition with more severe FM symptoms. FibromyalgiaSmall Fiber Neuropathy: Clinical Scenarios and Differential DiagnosesDon L. Goldenberg, MDJournal Article10 Min ReadA small fiber neuropathy diagnosis should be guided by symptoms, location of the neuropathy, and associated disease. Three sample cases reveal overlapping symptoms with diabetes, immune disease, and fibromyalgia. FibromyalgiaSmall Fiber Neuropathy: Clinical Scenarios and Differential DiagnosesDon L. Goldenberg, MDJournal Article10 Min ReadA small fiber neuropathy diagnosis should be guided by symptoms, location of the neuropathy, and associated disease. Three sample cases reveal overlapping symptoms with diabetes, immune disease, and fibromyalgia. FibromyalgiaPhotobiomodulation for the Treatment of FibromyalgiaTimothy J. Demchak, PhD, ATC, LAT; McCall Christian, DAT, ATC; Breanna Fagg, RN CandidateJournal Article10 Min ReadPhotobiomodulation, or low-level light therapy can be used to treat fibromyalgia syndrome. This case study reviews an at-home approach of using light therapy. FibromyalgiaPhotobiomodulation for the Treatment of FibromyalgiaTimothy J. Demchak, PhD, ATC, LAT; McCall Christian, DAT, ATC; Breanna Fagg, RN CandidateJournal Article10 Min ReadPhotobiomodulation, or low-level light therapy can be used to treat fibromyalgia syndrome. This case study reviews an at-home approach of using light therapy. FibromyalgiaMusic as a Pain Intervention for FibromyalgiaDan Brubaker, MANews6 Min ReadCan music reduce pain patients with centralized pain or fibromyalgia? A study explores how sound, and music response, may provide relief. FibromyalgiaMusic as a Pain Intervention for FibromyalgiaDan Brubaker, MANews6 Min ReadCan music reduce pain patients with centralized pain or fibromyalgia? A study explores how sound, and music response, may provide relief. 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FibromyalgiaLow-Dose Naltrexone Effective Therapy for FibromyalgiaNews3 Min ReadLow-dose naltrexone reduces inflammatory proteins, which explain why it is safe and effective in the treatment of fibromyalgia. FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia’s Central Nervous System OriginsPPM EditorialNews3 Min ReadFibromyalgia is often linked to a long history of chronic pain. Learn how our understanding of fibromyalgia has evolved. FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia’s Central Nervous System OriginsPPM EditorialNews3 Min ReadFibromyalgia is often linked to a long history of chronic pain. Learn how our understanding of fibromyalgia has evolved.