{"product_id":"fibromyalgia-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394365319","title":"Fibromyalgia For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394365319","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eFibromyalgia For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRoland Staud (Author), Christine Adamec (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394365319, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 18 December 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e336 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.3 x 2.3 cm, 0.431 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the latest science on fibromyalgia and get proven, practical steps to recover your quality of life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFibromyalgia For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e helps you understand the symptoms and causes of this challenging disease and guides you through steps you can take to reduce or eliminate your symptoms,  decreasing your pain and fibro fog to manageable control. You’ll learn about and benefit from clear, easy-to-understand coverage of the newest and best medications, over-the-counter drugs, topical remedies, hands-on therapies, and alternative treatments. Learn about the pros and cons of medical marijuana and cannabinoids. You’ll also discover how to deal with people who can’t wait to tell you that your fibromyalgia symptoms aren’t “real.” (Even though they are.) Plus, receive proven tips for managing stress, exercising, and diet and lifestyle changes to reduce inflammation and improve your symptoms. This completely updated Dummies guide is your source of information on new research, the latest therapies (like low-dose naltrexone and portable transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation or TENS), and finding what treatments work best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind out what causes fibromyalgia and determine the best treatments for your specific situation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify triggers, cope with sleep problems, reduce emotional distress, and alleviate pain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover the four pillars of treatment: education, fitness, medication, and mental health treatment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about types of fibromyalgia pain, including central sensitization, neuroinflammation, small fiber neuropathy, and post-COVID pain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFibromyalgia For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is for anyone, of any age, who thinks they might be suffering from fibromyalgia—as well as loved ones who want to know more about this disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: The What, When, and Why of Fibromyalgia 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Fibromyalgia Is Real 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Recognizing Key Fibromyalgia Symptoms 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Learning Possible Causes of FMS 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Understanding FMS Pain 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Finding Out if You Have Fibromyalgia 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Who Gets Picked to Have Fibromyalgia? 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Identifying Diseases Often Confused with FMS 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Working with a Good Fibromyalgia Doc: You Need a True Believer 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Getting Physical: Your Initial Exam and Diagnosis 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Looking At All Your Treatment Options 117\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Medicating the Problem: Over-the-Counter Drugs 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Prescribing Health with Medications 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Using Hands-On Therapies 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Considering Alternative Remedies and Treatments 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Modifying Your Lifestyle: Small Changes, Big Results 169\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Depressurizing Yourself: Controlling the Stress-Eyed Monster 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Sweet Dreams! Resolving Sleep Issues 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Exercising, Losing Weight, and Avoiding Problem Foods 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Coping with Emotions: Your Own 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Managing Fibromyalgia at Work and at Home 223\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Working with Fibromyalgia — Or Going on Disability 225\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Helping Loved Ones with Your Fibromyalgia 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Helping Someone You Care for Who’s Hurting 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Parenting a Child or Teen with Fibromyalgia 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 271\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Alternative Remedies That Help People with Fibromyalgia 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Mistakes to Avoid with Fibromyalgia 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Ways to Beat Brain Fog 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Ten Fibromyalgia Myths 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 7: Appendixes 293\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Glossary 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Fibromyalgia Medications 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C: Resources and Support 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 309\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Medicine: general issues [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Medicine: general issues\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Medicine:%20general%20issues%20%5BMB%5D%22\"\u003eMB\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453561172248,"sku":"9781394365319","price":17.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394365319.jpg?v=1785286627","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/fibromyalgia-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394365319","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}