Chronic Leigh's Fibro Diary: Fibromyalgia Awareness: Resources for Patients and their Families

Because May is Fibromyalgia Awareness Month, I wanted to compile a list of online fibromyalgia resources for you to use and share.

Whether you're new to the diagnosis and looking for answers, the loved one of a fibromyalgia patient, or a seasoned fibro warrior, I'm sure you'll find some—if not all of these links—helpful.

If there are additional resources you'd like to share, please post your links in the comments.

Fibromyalgia Resources For Patients & Families

National Fibromyalgia Association
FMaware.org keeps you up to date on important information pertaining to fibromyalgia and related topics.

FibromyalgiaAwareness.com
Dedicated to raising awareness about Fibromyalgia and offer online support. Find fibromyalgia information, news, interviews and tips.

MyFibroTeam
A social network for people living with fibromyalgia.

Questions and Answers about Fibromyalgia
This article contains general info about fibromyalgia: what fibromyalgia is, who gets it, and what causes it, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated.

Mayo Clinic Fibromyalgia Symptom List
Are you wondering if you're experiencing symptoms of fibromyalgia? This list may help.

Available Fibromyalgia Treatments

Fibromyalgia treatment options vary based on symptoms and approach. Treatment might include any combination of the following:

Prescription drugs
Alternative therapies including massage, physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, and acupuncture
Vitamins and supplements
Moderate exercise under doctor's supervision
Lifestyle changes, including diet, meditation, and self-pacing

FDA-Appoved Drugs to Treat Fibromyalgia Pain

People with fibromyalgia may be treated with pain medicines, antidepressants, muscle relaxants, and sleep medicines. Learn more about FDA-approved treatments at fda.gov.

Aquatic Therapy for Fibromyalgia

Aquatic therapy has been recommended for the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). Learn why in this summarized study.

Vitamin D Supplements for Fibromyalgia

Vitamins (especially Vitamin D) have been suggested for helping ease the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia.

5 Best Workouts For Chronic Pain
If you have fibromyalgia, exercise may improve your quality of life and reduce pain. Prevention lists the best workouts for fibromyalgia sufferers.