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Hi All. Anyone Dealing With RA And Fibromyalgia ? How Do You Deal With It?

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Grove City, OH
July 23, 2023
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Managing both rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia can be challenging, but there are several strategies that can help:

- Exercise: Physical activity is important. Some people find water aerobics and water Zumba helpful as they are low-impact and can reduce stiffness
- Therapies: Working with a physical or Show Full Answer

Managing both rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia can be challenging, but there are several strategies that can help:

- Exercise: Physical activity is important. Some people find water aerobics and water Zumba helpful as they are low-impact and can reduce stiffness.
- Therapies: Working with a physical or occupational therapist can help manage pain.
- Baths: Hot baths, especially with Epsom salts, can soothe discomfort.
- Diet: An anti-inflammatory diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, may be beneficial.
- Medications: NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics, antidepressants, and antiseizure medications can help manage symptoms.

For more personalized advice, it's best to consult with your healthcare team.

July 17, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have both. I use hydroxycloraquine and prednisone for RA and I use gabapentin, tramadol and robaxin (muscle relaxer) and prescription ibuprofen for fibromyalgia.

August 23, 2023

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