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23 years
Can you tell me what can I do as exercises if I have fibromyalgia ? thank you
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Rania Mousa General Medicine
-walking as the number one form of exercise for fibromyalgia. This is because walking is a low-impact aerobic activity that can be safely done to bring oxygen to your muscles and decrease your pain and stiffness,you can start off slowly (for example, with 10-minute walks) and build up to 30 minutes of walking a day.

-excercising while in water ,10 minutes of water walking warm-up, 10 minutes of moderate aerobics, 20 minutes of strength and mobility exercises, and a 10-minute light cool down.

-stretching, relaxation exercises, and even good posture can make a big difference in easing pain. However, be careful not to overdo it and avoid stretching at the wrong time.
It’s best to stretch stiff muscles after you’ve completed some light aerobic exercise, not before then, to avoid injury. Stretch gently, and be sure never to stretch to the point of pain. Hold light stretches for up to a minute in order to get the best benefit.

-light lifting ,regular strength training over the course of 12 weeks can result in a significant drop in pain, tender points, and even depression

A very beneficial treatment for fibromyalgia is physical therapy ,ask your physical therapist for the necessary exercises for you and your pain ,he will target your pain specifically with certain exercises
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