Although Fibromyalgia is a severe medical condition, unfortunately it is without any form of cure that is accepted across the board. Treatment is usually targeted at management or handling of symptoms produced by fibromyalgia. In case of physical treatment, exercise comes handy. Exercise improves health and restfulness and may reduce pain and fatigue in some people with fibromyalgia. Some with fibromyalgia get relief for some time by applying heat to painful areas. In some cases someone who are privileged enough to get physical therapy, massage, or acupuncture may find these helpful. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is also found effective in assuaging fibromyalgic symptoms, although it is not curative. When CBT is used along with exercise, it becomes most effective. Neurofeedback has also been found effective to provide temporary and long-term relief. Biofeedback and self-management techniques, i.e. pacing and stress management may also be helpful for some patients. As finding out the real cause that has led to such condition is not possible every time, an Integrated Treatment Plan that incorporates prescription medication, alternative and complementary medication, arousing awareness in patients, exercise and cognitive-behavioral therapy and others have been proved effective in reducing or alleviating pain and other fibromyalgia-related symptoms.
