Although there is no known cure, there are treatments that work. In fact, many patients have managed the disease successfully with a combination of simple exercises and medication. Heat treatments, massage and regular stretching have been of benefit, as have such aerobic exercises as cycling and jogging. Though many patients say these exercises only worsen the pain, working through the discomfort can eventually bring relief. Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and cyclobenzaprine are sometimes prescribed to improve sleep and relax muscles.
Some patients opt for temporary pain relief via local anesthetic or steroid injections.
There's no single regimen that helps everyone. Just keep trying until you find one that works for you. And don't let anyone tell you it's all in your mind.