I’ve already blogged about how swimming can help fibromyalgia and it’s always been the most important part of my pain management toolkit. So the last year has been really hard as UK pools have been closed for a significant chunk of that time. For me, the effects of not being able to swim have been … Continue reading Fibromyalgia and returning to swimming post Covid-lockdown
How swimming can help with fibromyalgia
Swimming can be a great choice of exercise if you have fibromyalgia and this is backed up by scientific research.
Anxious April (and some things that help quieten anxiety)
Anxiety is a common symptom of fibromyalgia. My anxiety tends to worsen over the spring and summer months, so this post covers some of the simple ways in which I try and quell anxious thoughts.
How Audiobooks Can Help With Fibromyalgia Sleep Issues
Audiobooks can be a great source of help and comfort with insomnia and other sleep issues associated with fibromyalgia.
Escape to the Country – How can rural living impact on managing chronic illness?
Living in a rural environment versus an urban one can have an impact on several aspects of how we are able to manage chronic illness - this post explore some of the pros and cons of rural life
Fibromyalgia Diagnosis – Neurology or Rheumatology?
Fibromyalgia is often diagnosed by a rheumatologist or a neurologist depending on how the symptoms present. This post describes my own diagnosis journey.
Fibromyalgia Symptoms (and what it feels like to live with them)
What does it actually feel like to live with some of the key symptoms of fibromyalgia. How these impact life on a day to day basis.
Can you be a volunteer when you have fibromyalgia?
People with fibromyalgia have often developed life and coping skills which are valuable to others and volunteering can be a mutually beneficial activity.
What I’ve learned about living with fibromyalgia…from my dogs
One of the most positive aspects of my life with fibromyalgia is that fact that I now have two lovely dogs. I’d wanted a dog for many years in my pre-fibromyalgia life, but my former fast-paced, hectic lifestyle wouldn’t have been conducive to dog ownership. Becoming a dog owner has been one of the best … Continue reading What I’ve learned about living with fibromyalgia…from my dogs
Gardening and Fibromyalgia (and some tips for starting)
Why gardening can be a doable and very worthwhile hobby if you have fibromyalgia, plus some tips on getting started safely.
Musings on Life with Fibromyalgia 