Management of the disorder is the key. Some studies have shown that small doses of tricyclics, which are used to treat depression in larger doeses, may reduce the severity of the symptoms. Examples of these are amitriptyline and doxepin. For more information on these drugs, contact your doctor. Many people with fibromyalgia have found that heat and massage will provide temporary relief from the pain, while aerobic activities such as walking and swimming may reduce muscle pain and tenderness.
Some people find that a change in diet to be helpful.
It must be understood, though, that no food has ever been implicated in causing fibromyalgia. Although there isn't a certain cure, people suffering from fibromyalgia and similar disorders must keep going. Management is the key. The Arthritis Foundation is offering a Fibromyalgia Self Help Course in many areas across the United States. This course is designed to help fibromyalgia sufferers learn better ways to manage physical symptoms, shows exercises to do to help keep muscles more flexible, stress relief methods and needed support for sufferers and their families.