2.Obtain a panel of laboratory tests to-rule out other diagnostic possibilities. B. Patient education and support. Patient cooperation is important for a good therapeutic outcome. FMS is not progressive, is not crippling and is not fatal. Encourage patient to continue working and keep physically active.
Outcome is in patient's hands - try to minimize dependence on physician.
Educate patient about the pathophysiology of FMS and its treatment. Importance of restorative sleep. Understand factors that affect symptoms. Importance of physical conditioning. Role of medical therapy - benefits and side effects.