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Fibromyalgia. Dr. Eric Oltmanns D.C. Crossroads Chiropractic. How do I adapt my life to this disorder? Why do I feel like doctors aren’t listening to my symptoms?. Dr. Eric Oltmanns D.C. Crossroads Chiropractic Clinic - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
FibromyalgiaHow do I adapt my life to this disorder? Why do I feel like doctors aren’t listening to my symptoms?
Dr. Eric Oltmanns D.C.
Crossroads Chiropractic
Dr. Eric Oltmanns D.C.
Crossroads Chiropractic Clinic
Located inside the St. Cloud Medical Group Across From Hennen’s Furniture
Access to Over 50 MD’s and Urgent Care
Access To Digital X-ray, MRI, and advance imaging
Access to Physical Therapy and Clinical Counseling
Definition of Fibromyalgia According to the Mayo Clinic:
Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.
American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Diagnostic Criteria for
Fibromyalgia
• ACR Diagnostic Criteria:
• History of chronic widespread pain ≥ 3 months
• Patients must exhibit ≥ 11 of 18 tender points
COMMON SYMPTOMS
Fatigue
Sleep Disorders
Morning Joint Stiffness
Chronic Headaches
Muscle pain after exertion
Jaw Pain
Irritable Bowl Syndrome
Skin Sensitivity
Numbness or tingling in arm/legs
Memory impairment
Dizziness
ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS
Rheumatic Diseases/Arthritis
Lyme Disease
Lupus
Anemia
Hypothyroidism
Hormone Imbalance
Contributing Causes
Previous Physical or Emotional Trauma
Previous surgeries Genetics Female:Male Ratio is 7:140-60 year old woman is most
common age
Why have I seen so many Doctors?
Due to the number of symptoms usually present, it takes many specialty doctors to investigate specific symptoms
It is usually difficult for these professionals to communicate with each other and is also difficult to come to the same diagnosis of FM.
This process can take 5 to 10 years to accurately receive a FM diagnosis.
Each office visit only allows a snapshot of the whole FM picture and takes many visits to document the accumulation of symptoms and trends.
Why are so many different treatments offered and tests ordered?
The type of Doctor you see dictates the type of treatment they provide for FM For example, family practice doctors might pick 2 symptoms
out of the list you provide that day and give you medications for them.
Many will order specific tests in their specialty so it is not uncommon to feel like you have had every imaginable test completed on you. Do you ever feel like the image below?
What does Chiropractic treatment offer for FM?
Personally I believe that to effectively treat FM, many health care providers must work in conjunction towards a common goal of reducing symptoms and improving quality of life.
As a Chiropractor, I focus on the musculoskeletal complaints and symptoms that FM patients have such as muscle spasms, headaches, joint pain, etc.
The other main topics that we focus on are Nutrition, Exercise, Stress Reduction.
Chiropractic FM treatments
Trained in finding trigger points and working on them to reduce muscle spasm.
Specific adjustments to reduce neurological interference, reduce muscle spasm, reduce headaches, and many more benefits that include too many to list.
Ultrasound therapy and electric stimulation to reduce muscle spasm and reduce intensity of trigger points.
At Home Recommendations
Exercise: Many FM patients dread the thought of this and believe that
it will flare their symptoms up.
20-30 minutes of aerobic exercise per day
Resistance band strengthening 3x per week
Prognosis significantly improved when regular exercise is implemented in the treatment plan
Start slow and gradually increase intensity and quantity of exercise
This will improve sleep, blood pressure, energy level, and mood
Recommendations
Stress Reduction Many FM patients can remember a stressful time
period where their symptoms began
Finding someone who will discuss the past can help reduce stress such as a clinical counselor
Meditation, Yoga, and Tai-Chi are incredible forms of stress reduction
Breathing techniques for certain times of day/night to help reduce stressful events or anxiety
Stress allows the Adrenal Glands to release Cortisol which in turn causes inflammation and exacerbates FM symptoms
Support Group
Massage
Improving Sleep
It is important to have quality sleep to allow the adrenal glands to regulate themselves.
Chiropractic treatments will help improve sleep habits by reducing symptoms that consistently interrupt sleep.
Previously mentioned at home recommendations will contribute to better sleep.
Nutritional Advice
Only fuel your body with high nutrient foods and meats.
Avoid processed foods and junk food that increase your blood sugar and in turn contribute to stress, depression, and muscle aches
Rule of thumb *If it is in a box, it is processed* Shop the perimeter of the grocery store and limit entering the isles.
Drink LOTS of water (half your weight in ounces) Example: 160 lbs. should drink 80 ounces H2O per day
Avoid Corn, Wheat, Gluten, Nuts, Soy, Sugar
Elimination Diet:
Remove unwanted food from diet for 2-4 weeks. Re-introduce unwanted food after 2-4 weeks and see what kind of symptoms return. About 75% of people find trigger foods this way
Supplements that I recommend
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Fish Oil)Vitamin D, C, and B6/B12ProbioticsCalcium/MagnesiumMulti-vitaminMalic Acid
5 Things to Avoid
Avoid Smoking
Coffee
Drinking Alcohol in excess
Sedentary lifestyles/habits
Stressful Environments
Reasons to come into my office for Chiropractic Care
Reduced Pain, headaches, muscle aches
Improved quality of sleep
Improved quality of life
Less Medical Doctor Visits and Medication Use
If my treatments are not helping, I will be completely honest and refer you to the right person
I enjoy working with other health care professionals and to be part of your FM treatment team, we all play an important role
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments work very well for FM
Reduce pain/muscle spasm
Most people that benefit from this treatment will know by the second or third treatment
Questions???
Call and make an appointment today!
Dr. Eric Oltmanns
Crossroads Chiropractic Clinic
320-252-3711
www.crossroadschiropracticclinicpa.com
Thanks For Taking Your Time Today To Improve Your Health!