5 Fibromyalgia Websites You Need To Bookmark
I still get surprised.
It never ceases to amaze me how many people feel like they are in this alone. That they are one of only a select few dealing with fibromyalgia. I receive messages like this every day.
Fibromyalgia can feel like you are running into a brick wall over and over again. Sometimes it seems there will never be an end to the struggle and it is hard just to make it day to day. It is hard for anyone else to understand if they are not going through that same struggle.
However, there is hope in knowing that you are not alone! My Fibromyalgia Diet exists to help you find treatments and resources that help you deal with this condition. As well as provide encouragement and lift your spirit.
We are not foolish enough to think that we are the only good resource out there and are more than pleased to share other sites for you to check out often. This article will highlight 5 Fibromyalgia websites you need to bookmark today!
1. National Fibromyalgia Association
The National Fibromyalgia Association is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization whose mission is: To develop and execute programs dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with fibromyalgia.
Founded in 1997 in Orange, California, by Lynne Matallana and Karen Lee Richards, the National Fibromyalgia Association (NFA) is the largest nonprofit [501(c)3] organization working to support people with fibromyalgia and other chronic pain illnesses.
2. Fibromyalgia Network
For more than 25 years the Fibromyalgia Network has provided advocacy, awareness, and education for people with this condition. Many of these services areperformed free-of-charge due to the substantial lack of social support and understanding for people with fibromyalgia. There are ton a free articles for you to read and we highly recommend taken advantage of this resource.
3. Fibromyalgia Support Group
LIVINGWITHFIBRO.ORG HELPS THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE A MONTH. Before LivingWithFibro.org started in 2009, there was no online support community where you learn about Fibro from other patients and connect with others like you. If you had Fibro, you most likely felt alone, scared, and confused. Today, thousands of people visit LivingWithFibro.org every month. Today, if you have Fibro, you can visit our site and realize that you are not alone in this. You can meet friends and get the support you need.
4. The American Chronic Pain Association
Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals.
The information and tools on their site can help you to better understand your pain and work more effectively with your health care team toward a higher quality of life.
5. My Fibro Team
MyFibroTeam is a free social network that makes it easy for you to:
- get the emotional support you need from others like you, and
- gain practical advice and insights on managing treatment or therapies for fibromyalgia
When you or a loved one are first diagnosed, it’s not uncommon to feel alone and uncertain of where to find the best information and people that can help you now. We believe in making it easy to find the best people around you to help you get the answers you need, and to find support from people who can truly relate. The main currency on our site is trust – the more you share in posts and your stories, the more questions you ask and answer, the more your support will be valued by other members.
MyFibroTeam is the only social network where you can truly connect, make real friendships, and share daily ups and downs in a judgment-free place.
What sites do you find as valuable resources for you? Please share your list in the comments below
I’d like to add cfidsselfhelp.org. Loads of articles. Very helpful and encouraging
Thank you for all the information. I am a fibro sufferer and this was very helpful.
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Thanks Deanna,
It’s sad to see in just 3 short years that these sites are no longer alive. Any recommendations on new links to take their place?
I’ve spent some time finding new links and updating the list
Besides dealing with my fibro, i suffer from chron pain in my back. Degenerative disc. My insurance just denied my medication one day which is a time release 3 day patch. Is that even legal. They want a drug test. Fine no promblem . My own Dr has never had a reason to queastion what im being prescribed.. Dont know what to do n am suffering greatly.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy in conjunction with pulse electro magnetic therapy are very helpful with fibromyalgia…
I have found a wealth of info on TheMighty.com
Listen up Fibro sufferers! I’ve fought fibro for over 20 years and I finally found the perfect pain med…….CBD oil….please try it if you haven’t yet. It’s the fastest acting pain reliever I’ve ever tried…..and with NO side effects! You can order it online at some places for free, just pay shipping…….so what can you lose??? You’ll want to thank me for the next 100 years for suggesting you try this.
What is CBD?