Alternative Treatments for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

by Mari Skelly, Helen Walker, Rich Carson (Foreword)

Mainstream medicine, however useful in other areas of healing, has failed to effectively treat the complexities of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. This useful book focuses on alternative therapies for these prevalent diseases. Patients from around the world describe their experiences and coping strategies, while dozens of experts in fields ranging from naturopathy, ayurveda, and reflexology, to guided imagery, hypnosis, and guaifenesin therapy, share their knowledge. With 70 percent new material, this guide offers both insight and inspiration for those dealing with these challenging conditions.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction

288 pages, Paperback

First published August 31, 2006

Reviews

[Dana Arcuri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I highly recommend this book for individuals suffering Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome because it's a natural, safe approach. From my own personal experience with traditional medicine compared to holistic alternatives, medications ONLY complicate the condition with extremely negative side effects, which may become debilitating. After two years of near-death experience from SEVERE PHARMACEUTICAL INTERACTIONS, it's only by the grace of God I'm alive today.

From October 2010 to present, I gradually tapered off every single medication. The lesson learned is LESS IS BEST! I highly recommend you advocate for yourself, educate yourself on ingredients & all medications, vitamins & anything consumed. Do NOT rely only on your doctor because in the "real world", they are not God & they do make mistakes. While we all would hope our doctors would not lead us astray, accidents happen & we must rely on our own self to seek as much information about our health & wellness.

I'm 100% in favor of professional massage, acupuncture, magnet therapy, natural supplements, organic diets and gluten-free living.

[Martha · Rating 4 out of 5]

validates my protocols; consider trying guaifenesin

p. 30 "It's posttraumatic fear, since once, long ago, I got what I thought was flu and symptoms didn't abate for eight years. So when I relapse hard, I have this fear that it will last for years again."
p. 38 "[LEAKY GUT SYNDROME =] intestinal lining literally leaks toxic biochemicals from intestines into body's blood stream [-->] major causes of fatigue, muscle achiness, & brain fog"
p. 127 "The right [non-jarring] exercises decrease pain & depression, increase mobility, increase blood flow, increase flexibility, & improve self-esteem & outlook on life ... Exercise should be performed in increments over course of the day"
p. 194 "Relax in good conscience"