Fibromyalgia or fibromyalgia syndrome is one chronic disease which is characterized by widespread muscle pain in the absence of signs of inflammation and often in association with other symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disorders, memory and concentration deficits.
In Italy there are approximately 2 millions people suffering from fibromyalgia. This pathology occupies, in terms of frequency, the 2nd-3rd place among rheumatic diseases and represents 12-20% of diagnoses formulated in outpatient settings.
An integrated clinical approach between doctors rheumatologist, physiotherapist, osteopath and kinesiologist in the treatment of fibromyalgia can lead to numerous benefits for patients.
In Health Hub, we have structured an ad hoc path to help the person in their health and well-being journey. The first fundamental step is the global evaluation, taking into consideration both the physical, psychological and social aspects linked to fibromyalgia, starting from the rheumatologist's diagnosis. Following the evaluation, a personalized treatment plan will follow, based on the most recent evidence from scientific literature. The presence of different professionals allows the creation of a personalized treatment plan, adapted to the specific needs and limitations of each patient.
The primary objective is certainly the pain management, the most disabling aspect for the subject.
In general, the aspects on which the therapeutic path will focus will be:
– Improved Functionality: Physiotherapy, osteopathy and kinesiology interventions aimed at improving physical function can contribute to greater autonomy and quality of life for patients. People who begin a specific path of adapted exercises immediately benefit from enormous benefits;
– Psychological Interventions: fibromyalgia is often associated with psychological symptoms, such as anxiety and depression;
– Patient education: the transdisciplinary team can provide in-depth patient education on fibromyalgia, helping them to understand their condition and adopt behaviors and lifestyles that can improve the management of the disease.
– Coordination of Care: regular communication between the various professionals guarantees effective coordination of care, avoiding overlaps and optimizing the patient's rehabilitation process;
– Long-Term Monitoring: continuous collaboration between different specialists facilitates long-term monitoring of the patient, allowing the treatment plan to be adapted based on individual response and the evolution of the condition.
A integrated clinical path for patients suffering from fibromyalgia it can significantly improve the effectiveness of treatment, addressing the multiple aspects of this complex medical condition in a complete and multidimensional way.
Fibromyalgia patients should be encouraged to engage in regular light-impact, aerobic physical activity, such as walking, swimming or cycling.
Approximately 45 minutes, three times a week, are enough to obtain benefits.
If you suffer from fibromyalgia, you will find a center in us who will be able to welcome you and listen to you, to lead you towards an optimal state of health and well-being.
