Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 7:02PM EST

Treatment Options for Fibromyalgia

Goals of Treatment

Because currently there is no known cure for fibromyalgia, treatment is aimed at managing its symptoms. The primary goals of treatment include:

  • Contolling symptoms of the syndrome
  • Improving the patient's quality of sleep
  • Establishing a regular exercise regimen
  • Educating patients about fibromyalgia so that they can take an active role in the management of the syndrome

In general, the treatment options for people with fibromyalgia include:

  • Drug therapy
  • Exercise and Physical Therapy
  • Complementary and alternative treatments
  • Education and support