A Medical Definition of Fibromyalgia
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A MEDICAL DEFINITION OF FIBROMYALGIA
Fibromyalgia is a condition that affects between 3 and 10% of the
worlds population, most of whom are female. It is most commonly found
between the ages of 20 and 50.
Also known as fibromyositis, Fibromyalgia is part of a group of
common rheumatoid disorders (those not involving the joints). It is
characterized by achy pain, tenderness, and stiffness of muscles.
The painful condition of the muscles can occur as a result of
stress, muscle injury, or muscle overuse. Tender areas in the muscles
commonly called "knots" but in medical terminology called "tender
points" create muscle spasm and tightness.
Fibromyalgia is not contagious, and recent studies suggest that
people with fibromyalgia may be genetically predisposed. It affects
more women than men, with a ratio globally of 3-5:1.
Estimates now put between three and six percent of the population
in the United States alone as having been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.
A related condition that can be present with fibromyalgia, is
Myofascial Pain Syndrome or MPS. This condition is also characterized
by painful muscles, however people with MPS have trigger points not
tender points. Trigger points are places anywhere on the body that
when pressed cause pain to radiate in repeatable ways. MPS sometimes
follows injuries, overuse injuries such as RSI, and trauma.
MPS sometimes spreads, and a condition which was localized can
eventually become quite generalized if left untreated.
Initially MPS and Fibromyalgia were thought to be the same, however
it is increasingly clear that they are not. However the confusion
arises because they are often present together.
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