The problem is that it takes time for these research findings to be shared and understood by the medical community and the patients themselves. There are many other symptoms that are a part of FM, often caused by central sensitivity. Evidence has shown that people with central pain, like fibromyalgia, are experiencing pain amplification in the brain. We now understand that FM is dysregulation of pain processing.

But what is most important is for over 40 years, a dedicated group of expert researchers have worked to unlock many of the secrets about the causes of FM, and why millions of people (men, women and children) suffer with its intense, body wide pain, and frustrating fatigue. And yes, we still need to continue to expand our medical knowledge through research and patient participation, (the sharing of personal experiences and insights on what it is like to live with FM). YES, your pain and other symptoms are real. I hope if you get nothing else from visiting the NFA’s web site, you will know this statement is absolutely NOT true! Unfortunately, the message that people with fibromyalgia continue to receive is that, FM is a chronic pain condition that is little understood, and there is almost nothing that can be done to help relieve the symptoms of this illness. Having lived with FM myself for over 30 years, and having dedicated my life and career to bringing improved awareness, a better understanding of the mechanisms underlying the causes of this disorder, and working to provide information and support to the entire FM community, it is exciting to now be able to offer new help and improved information on how to better understand and manage your pain and fatigue. It is our pleasure to have been serving the needs of the fibromyalgia (FM) community for over two decades and to be taking the next steps in order to help improve the quality of life for millions of people living with this life altering disorder.

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