Previously, I’ve written about how important the doctor-patient relationship is (and what to look for) and tips and tools for finding a great doctor, but now I want to discuss how to have a successful appointment. Of course, many things are out of our control, like how on time/late your doctor is running, but there [...]

What is Fibro Feelings? My Fibromyalgia Awareness Day started off in a very fibromyalgia type way. The night before I unknowingly ate something bad at dinner. My IBS had horrid cramping, but after a few hours and a cup of chamomile tea I finally felt like I might be able to go to sleep. Of [...]

2012 is the 20th anniversary of nationally celebrating a day for fibromyalgia awareness! Over the years I’d often wondered when National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day got started and last year I decided that I would share my findings with all of you during this year’s celebrations. Tom Hennessy, the founder of RESCIND, INC. (Repeal Existing Stereotypes [...]

What is Fibro Feelings? For the first time since my hiking fall where I re-sprained my ankle and caused my bursitis, I rode my bike! Eight months of missing riding my bike and I’ve finally done it! I was a little nervous, but our Arthritis Walk planning committee met on Sunday to do a walk [...]