I have piles and have been suffering a lot with back pain. What can I do?
If you are experiencing piles and back pain, I would recommend you drink plenty of plain, still water and eat fibrous foods (wholegrains, berries,... Read the full answer 〉
If you are experiencing piles and back pain, I would recommend you drink plenty of plain, still water and eat fibrous foods (wholegrains, berries,... Read the full answer 〉
Muscle twitching can be caused by a variety of factors, including dehydration, nutrient deficiency, stress, high caffeine intake and poor sleep.... Read the full answer 〉
I am sorry to hear that you have injured a disc in your back. I would suggest using Atrogel instead of the gel that you are sensitive to. You could... Read the full answer 〉
A strained muscle takes approximately two weeks for the pain to subside. It may then take up to a few months to heal completely. This period is a... Read the full answer 〉
Hi there, thank you for your email in response to my recent blog. If you are looking for healthy drinks, you have plenty of options. You could try... Read the full answer 〉
Foods that can trigger inflammation may make your pain worse so these are ones to avoid if you can. This includes processed foods (ready meals,... Read the full answer 〉
I am sorry to hear about this problem. Sciatica is quite difficult to treat so I'd suggest a cranial osteopath or craniosacral practitioner as... Read the full answer 〉
Hi there, I am sorry to hear about this problem. I wonder whether it could be to do with your sleeping position – often this can contribute to back... Read the full answer 〉
I am sorry to hear about this problem. First of all, stretchy, gentle exercise like yoga is ideal as, over time, it should help build muscle strength... Read the full answer 〉
I am sorry to hear about this issue. Obviously, I couldn't say for sure what's causing your pain, though it sounds like it might be to do... Read the full answer 〉
Ok, so there a couple of things I would suggest. Devil's Claw might be quite helpful as it has anti-inflammatory properties and doesn't... Read the full answer 〉
Rest, ice and anti-inflammatory remedies are the first step, alongside resting from the activity that initially caused the problem (often running or... Read the full answer 〉
I would hold off from doing any strenuous exercise, such as a gym workout, whilst your back is painful. You don't want to risk making the... Read the full answer 〉
Can I just ask if you have had rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed by your doctor? If not, I would really recommend you make an appointment just to rule... Read the full answer 〉
Neck pain can arise when we clench our teeth a lot, though other symptoms such as headaches are perhaps more common. Unfortunately, I am not aware of... Read the full answer 〉
The fact that your cycle has changed is a major indication that you are in perimenopause, which is the lead up to your last-ever period. During this... Read the full answer 〉
Hi, there are a few things I would recommend to help with this problem but you'll really have to keep them up longer term in order to reap the... Read the full answer 〉
I think it is sensible to visit your doctor to see if they can figure out what is causing your hip and knee pain as this will determine the most... Read the full answer 〉
The nutritional supplement glucosamine sulphate may be helpful in cases of arthritis. Long-term it can help to strengthen the connective tissue and... Read the full answer 〉
Unfortunately, I can't say for sure what might be causing this weakness. We do know that menopause can have a part to play in muscle and joint... Read the full answer 〉
Citrate is generally well absorbed though glycinate, which is an amino acid chelate, is even more bioavailable if you are able to get this... Read the full answer 〉
As this is a structural problem it would probably be best to work under the guidance of a physiotherapist to help manage your recovery. In the... Read the full answer 〉
I am glad to hear you are making changes to your diet through the help of a nutritionist but do bear in mind that these changes will take time to... Read the full answer 〉
Hello, of course, that's no problem. This dose of magnesium would be fine, and actually, if anything, we would say that you could take a little... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear about this problem. I would recommend applying some Atrogel Arnica gel to the area as, due to its anti-inflammatory properties, this... Read the full answer 〉
There are actually a few things that can cause muscle cramps, particularly at night, so it may be that magnesium deficiency is not to blame in this... Read the full answer 〉
In general we recommend liquid supplements over tablet ones as they tend to be better absorbed by the body. However, if you are specifically looking... Read the full answer 〉
I am sorry to hear about this problem. It seems as if you are taking the right steps to help manage it. During this time you may benefit from trying... Read the full answer 〉
Magnesium deficiency can contribute muscle cramps so you may find that it helps to increase your intake of magnesium-rich foods such as spinach and... Read the full answer 〉
HRT can help with a number of symptoms during menopause. This it because it works to support our hormones, which are often at the root of many of the... Read the full answer 〉
Hi there, unfortunately we couldn't say for sure what is at the root of this problem, though it could be that working long hours standing up has... Read the full answer 〉
The UK NHS website has some information on exercises to help treat prolapse so you may find it useful to read this. I have included the link... Read the full answer 〉
The cramps are very much to do with magnesium deficiency, which is a feature of fibromyalgia. It's rare for anyone on a Western diet (even a... Read the full answer 〉
I would always recommend a low impact sport for fibromyalgia sufferers. This includes things like swimming, cycling or even walking. The latter is... Read the full answer 〉
First of all, you could apply some Atrogel to the area. This is made with Arnica Montana flowers and brings relief from aches and pains. Other... Read the full answer 〉
Magnesium plays an important part in the general health of the muscles and joints. If there is a magnesium deficiency, then issues such as spasms and... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip on the rim of your... Read the full answer 〉
It sounds to us as if your menopause is approaching. The symptoms you describe are typical and you are in the age range of 45-55. Are your periods... Read the full answer 〉
The simple answer is the accurate one: no.It all begins with the fibromyalgia trigger points map which you may have already seen on the website. If... Read the full answer 〉
Weight gain will affect the lower back but so too will the long days in the office. To ease your discomfort try to do some extra activity outside of... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia isn't life threatening in itself, more lifestyle threatening. With many fibromyalgia patients retreating to the couch because of the... Read the full answer 〉
I don't know if you've asked to see a physio or chiropractor at all? You can get a referral through your doctor. The reason I suggest this is because... Read the full answer 〉
I can't diagnose I'm afraid but you can probably rule out fibromyalgia. It requires pain to be felt in 11 of 18 paired sites and in all 4 quadrants... Read the full answer 〉
Bad backs are equally likely to be due to strains, caused by lifting heavy weights, as they are inactivity such as sitting for long periods in one... Read the full answer 〉
I don't know if any of those tests told you anything but don't discount your coeliac disease as a cause. It is an autoimmune disorder and therefore... Read the full answer 〉
You can't stop joints clicking. The noises are either caused by the joint expanding and forming a vacuum into which air rushes (like pulling a sucker... Read the full answer 〉
Oops, I've done that too. The answer is 2-5 days. If you caused the damage in the last 24 hours, apply some frozen peas to the area for 10 minutes to... Read the full answer 〉
You haven't said which side or whether the affected area is swollen or warm but you may wish to apply some Atrogel® 2-4 times a day for some... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip on the rim of your... Read the full answer 〉
People do recover from fibromyalgia but not simply by taking medicines for the symptoms, whether conventional or natural. A more comprehensive... Read the full answer 〉
No-one really knows what the chances are of recovery but we would very much hope that engaging in measures such as low impact exercise, addressing... Read the full answer 〉
Indigestion in the stomach (acid reflux) is felt between the bottom of the shoulder blades, so this may be an explanation. If you experience a... Read the full answer 〉
Some practitioners have reported a 'fibro rash', please see here for more information:... Read the full answer 〉
I notice you'd already found your way to the Upper Back Pain page on the website, where our exercises and lifestyle advice is, so I presume you're... Read the full answer 〉
What did the hospital tell you was wrong with your knee? In the meantime, please follow this link to a blog I wrote recently on the understanding and... Read the full answer 〉
It always helps both in the short term relief of pain and in the longer term by slowing the progression of the disease. The type of arthritis will... Read the full answer 〉
About half of people with fibromyalgia experience pain in one or both feet, so it's very common. However, there are many other causes such as plantar... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, keep moving but begin easily and don't lift or vigorously twist and avoid long periods of sitting. You should be pain free in a few weeks and... Read the full answer 〉
It is definitely not fibromyalgia as it's symptoms affect the body very widely. However, while we are unable to diagnose, I think you may have... Read the full answer 〉
There are some causes of acute neck pain, such as soft tissue injury (whiplash etc) and other causes on longer term neck pain, such as a herniated... Read the full answer 〉
The short answer is maybe. It depends on your weight, the mileage you run, whether you have any gait issues and the surface on which you run. I have... Read the full answer 〉
Here are a few that might be possible: 1) Whilst stood and using a hand on a table top edge to steady yourself, swing a straight leg... Read the full answer 〉
I don't know if any of those tests told you anything but don't discount your coeliac disease as a cause. It is an autoimmune disorder and therefore... Read the full answer 〉
I'm sorry you have to battle this rotten illness that affects the person in so many different ways but you're right, there is no known drug cure and... Read the full answer 〉
This sort of situation is often a result of overuse and inflammation of the fluids of the bursa that lubricate between the tendons running across the... Read the full answer 〉
The first thing to do is to get the results of your blood test and if you are anaemic take a natural iron supplement that won't upset your stomach... Read the full answer 〉
It sounds as though you might have either some wear and tear in the length of the spine or the muscles supporting the spine are tense.Either will... Read the full answer 〉
Neck pain is often a result of weakened muscles between the shoulder blades and over-used muscles in the back of the neck, often resulting from long... Read the full answer 〉
It sounds as if you may have some tension in the muscles of the upper back or neck which can pull on their anchor points at the base of the skull,... Read the full answer 〉
These situations place a much greater load upon the knee than walking on the flat. Ask a physio to examine it for a diagnosis of what is wrong and... Read the full answer 〉
One of the paired 'trigger points' associated with fibromyalgia is located at the elbows but tennis elbow is an inflammatory condition in its own... Read the full answer 〉
I don't know if you get any time to warm up the back before playing?Most people drive to the venue, say 'Hi' to their colleagues and start playing.... Read the full answer 〉
I'd need to ask you in this instance to check with the Doctor, as several infectious, renal and vascular conditions can cause groin pain. If your... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip on the rim of your... Read the full answer 〉
We get asked this via the questions and answers page all the time and my answer is yes but only if you change your diet and lifestyle to suit the... Read the full answer 〉
The shortest and most accurate answer is 'yes'. Exactly which tendon is involved and how it affects the knee will require the help of an MRI scan.... Read the full answer 〉
Bad backs are equally likely to be due to strains, caused by lifting heavy weights, as they are inactivity such as sitting for long periods in one... Read the full answer 〉
I think so but it would necessitate finding the root cause, such as stress or chronic sleep deprivation and remedying that. Treating only the... Read the full answer 〉
Thigh pain usually originates from a stiff back, unless of course you've overworked the thigh muscles but I have to assume you would have mentioned... Read the full answer 〉
I suspect you're asking this after reading that reduced blood supply may contribute to Fibromyalgia. In the case of a heart attack, it is the... Read the full answer 〉
I'm afraid I can't diagnose your knee problem, though it sounds like the symptoms typical of osteoarthritis. In terms of remedies to help the pain... Read the full answer 〉
I can highly recommend our Atrogel® for fast relief at the most troublesome spots. I use it for a sore neck and it helps within hours but I should... Read the full answer 〉
Sweating is not typically associated with fibromyalgia but with severe adrenal stress (due to physical or emotional shock) or, of course, hormonal... Read the full answer 〉
Please excuse what might sound like a flippant answer, it's not meant to be. Are you being encouraged to take any steps other than swallow... Read the full answer 〉
The first thing I would advise you to do is make contact with a nutritional therapist via www.bant.org or a medical herbalist via www.nimh.org.Best... Read the full answer 〉
We cannot diagnose I'm afraid, only refer you to the information on the website (visit our trigger points page) and ask you to take your suspicions... Read the full answer 〉
I can't diagnose via this medium I'm afraid but you may have some inflammation of the tendons, something a physio or MRI scan via your GP will... Read the full answer 〉
Unfortunately, fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that can therefore last many years. By addressing the sleep disturbances, following the dietary... Read the full answer 〉
I can't tell you what is causing the pain but whether it is a joint or muscle and wherever it is located, please apply some Atrogel®: at least... Read the full answer 〉
I think the two conditions would be pretty difficult to confuse as fibromyalgia affects the body so widely. See the distribution of tender areas by... Read the full answer 〉
Unfortunately, no-one really knows what causes fibromyalgia, much less whether surgery is linked to the condition. Traumatic mental or physical... Read the full answer 〉
Different peoples experience of fibromyalgia varies, so you may well have it. We can't diagnose I'm afraid but you should take your suspicions to... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to read about your spreading discomfort. It's difficult to say for sure what effects all the postural changes will be, you'll need to be... Read the full answer 〉
I'd like to know where you suffer the pain and immobility but generally speaking the best remedy is two remedies. Atrogel® can provide speedy relief... Read the full answer 〉
You'll need to ask the pharmacist or GP if you're taking any corticosteroids or heart meds but it really may be worth considering a course of... Read the full answer 〉
I'm not a physio or personal trainer I'm afraid but take it easy and see if it affects your back. I believe cross trainers utilise the lower back... Read the full answer 〉
I'm going to assume its lower back pain you are experiencing, as it seems the most likely to be the location a golfer would suffer it. Bad backs are... Read the full answer 〉
More important than how much is "what form?" and "how hard?". What form?Fluid exercise, such as swimming and low impact exercise such as Walking,... Read the full answer 〉
Perhaps you would consider applying some Atrogel® to the area at least twice a day to add to the effect of the ibuprofen. I'm not sure which... Read the full answer 〉
Squash is notoriously bad for the knees, though a fantastic sport. There's always a downside isn't there? You may not find your knee recovers without... Read the full answer 〉
Weight changes are not a symptom of fibromyalgia as such but might well be of secondary consequence.Some people understandably comfort eat when in... Read the full answer 〉
If by your feet "seizing up" you mean cramping, then this is usually due to inadequate arch support in your footwear, fallen arches or excessive time... Read the full answer 〉
Soft tissue injury of that nature should be rested for a month. After that, return to a gentler form of your preferred exercise and one that neither... Read the full answer 〉
Tennis elbow is a form of bursitis, that is inflammation of the fluid-filled sacks that surround the joints. It only gets better with rest I'm... Read the full answer 〉
Unexplained bruising should always be investigated, so you have every reason to go straight to your doctor. Whether it's related to the fibromyalgia... Read the full answer 〉
Please visit my page on 'trigger points' associated with fibromyalgia.However, if I have understood your question correctly, your scoliosis will... Read the full answer 〉
A doctor would expect someone with fibromyalgia to complain of pain in at least 11 of the 18 locations simultaneously, rather than at disparate... Read the full answer 〉
Pain often involves inflammation, the same as happens when you have an infection, so you may feel achy and feverish at times. Pain is also quite... Read the full answer 〉
Despite the recent arguments in the media, muscle pain and fatigue are very common when taking statins. If you want to continue taking the... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, this sounds like a progression to fibromyalgia. Bear in mind that fibromyalgia isn't an illness as such - it's not an infection or a specific... Read the full answer 〉
Whereabouts in the back? If it's the lower back then it might be a kidney infection. Best wishesEarle Read the full answer 〉
You may find that a nutritional therapist would be able to help you - they are specifically trained in areas such as fibromyalgia, whereas most GPs... Read the full answer 〉
There are so many possible reasons for heel pain that I will need some more details from you to give a meaningful answer.For example, it may just be... Read the full answer 〉
We cannot diagnose but I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to read about your long period of suffering. The key to energy is not any 'booster' but to improve sleep quality, something generally very poor... Read the full answer 〉
Are you using more than one pillow? Driving long distances with the seat set back and the steering wheel at full reach? Working at a screen set below... Read the full answer 〉
It won't be fibromyalgia. If you have time to check your symptoms against our new fibromyalgia 'trigger point' illustration in the fibromyalgia... Read the full answer 〉
Please consider applying our Atrogel at least twice a day on the days you set out on a good walk. I use it for neck pain with great effect, usually... Read the full answer 〉
While we can't diagnose, we have just added a fibromyalgia 'trigger points' illustration to the fibromyalgia section. You'll see and read the... Read the full answer 〉
There is far more information available on my web pages than I can possibly fit in here.Please visit my fibromyalgia pages and especially the self... Read the full answer 〉
We can't diagnose but the description sounds like something called 'Plantar fascilitis', that is, inflammtion of the ligament-like tissue that... Read the full answer 〉
You may well find that the hormonal changes you are beginning to experience are responsible for your aches and pains. There are around 200 forms of... Read the full answer 〉
Have you had the problem examined at all? Unfortunately I am unable to assist without more information. Please could you let me know fuller details... Read the full answer 〉
Gout expresses itself as ferocious pain, typically in the big toe, but it stems from organs such as the kidneys. Nettle has long been used by medical... Read the full answer 〉
Where uric acid crystallises in the joints to cause intense burning pain and redness around the affected area, it is a form of arthritis called... Read the full answer 〉
I have found relief from this by applying our Atrogel at least twice a day and adjusting my driving position so that the steering wheel is much... Read the full answer 〉
After some consultation with colleagues, we have the following thoughts.First, you discussed the pain with your dentist? You may have a structural... Read the full answer 〉
I can recommend our Atrosan tablets for the pain you are suffering and you may wish to try applying some Atrogel to specific areas but we always... Read the full answer 〉
We can't diagnose I'm afraid and the doctor had access to a lot more testing procedures, equipment and yourself in person too! I'd go along with... Read the full answer 〉
If you visit my Joints and Muscles section on the website, you'll find lots of dietary advice on limiting inflammation. You may wish to... Read the full answer 〉
It could be caused by an imbalance between the strength of your abdominal and lower back muscles of course. This was my situation and a few days of... Read the full answer 〉
Have you tried anything that might help restore the cushioning between the bones, such as Glucosamine? You can gain some symptomatic relief from... Read the full answer 〉
There is some evidence and a body of opinion that low thyroid hormone production or activity and fibromyalgia are in fact one and the same thing. The... Read the full answer 〉
If you feel there is something in your eye causing the watering, you may wish to try a remedy called Euphrasia (or Eyebright). I've had some great... Read the full answer 〉
It's not likely to be too much to worry about but instead muscular in nature. The muscles in the upper back can become weakened in many people as a... Read the full answer 〉
You might either have 'Raynauds', also known as white finger, where the oxygen supply to the fingers is limited by poor circulation or tension in the... Read the full answer 〉
To further confuse matters, most articles and commentators seem to use the terms Fibromyalgia and Fibrositis interchangeably. Can I suggest a couple... Read the full answer 〉
You have quite a complicated health picture and to get to the bottom of your conditions, I would suggest looking for a local medical herbalist who... Read the full answer 〉
I'm afraid I can't offer you a diagnosis but the problems are indeed likely to stem from your lower back. Please visit my lower back pain page and... Read the full answer 〉
Our natural pain killers can't match the strength of those prescribed to you, so if you are happy to try a different approach we may see some... Read the full answer 〉
With the pain being so severe and both front and back, would you ask your doctor to consider your urinary and kidney health before I recommend any... Read the full answer 〉
Please see my blog - Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?In it I look at what these conditions have in common, as well as what makes them... Read the full answer 〉
Feverfew was traditionally used for joint pain as well as the more common modern use in migraines. With changes in the standing of herbal products in... Read the full answer 〉
If you haven't already done so, please consider a 6 week course of glucosamine sulphate (2 tablets a day) to restore some of the joint cushioning and... Read the full answer 〉
In order to perform some beneficial exercise you need to be more comfortable first. Would you consider trying some Atrogel® and Ginkgo for a month... Read the full answer 〉
We can't diagnose but I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip... Read the full answer 〉
It doesn't sound as if you have been diagnosed with a named health issue, so my advice is a little general but should help.The first remedy to try is... Read the full answer 〉
The best answer I can give you is to ask if you'll follow this link to a series of 4 articles I wrote on understanding and managing pain through diet... Read the full answer 〉
It's well with a try as the condition is associated with low serotonin levels which are destructive to sleep and cause an increase in perceived pain.... Read the full answer 〉
The area you refer to is indicative of a gallbladder issue. Would you ask the doctor to eliminate the possibility of any stones? If the all clear is... Read the full answer 〉
The area you refer to is associated with the liver, although pain from there would also tend to extend up and around to the front of the torso... Read the full answer 〉
A combination of improved circulation and dopamine eases pain when people get themselves moving about. It may be worth taking some extra magnesium in... Read the full answer 〉
I can't diagnose but it sounds as if you have rheumatoid arthritis, which tends to affect the smaller joints. If you can follow the dietary advice... Read the full answer 〉
You won't be offered the steroids indefinitely, as they increase the risk of osteoporosis. But since they aren't working, here's an alternative... Read the full answer 〉
Knee pain is often a challenge because they carry so much of your weight. Those periods of pain during inactivity are classic signs of wear and tear... Read the full answer 〉
Please see my series of blogs about the causes of pain and its management.Following the dietary advice will help the symptoms, whether joints or... Read the full answer 〉
We can't diagnose I'm afraid but I wondered if it was aggravated on days you wear a heel or a wedge? I'm also curious as to whether you are up and... Read the full answer 〉
It wouldn't be a symptom generally associated with fibromyalgia. You may instead simply have some temporary strain upon the knee which is slow to... Read the full answer 〉
It sounds as if you may have trapped a nerve and it may be worth asking the doctor or a physio if this is the case. Most soft tissue injuries would... Read the full answer 〉
I imagine you'd have mentioned any injury had you knocked your back, so I would go back and ask them to check that the pain is not due to a lung or... Read the full answer 〉
I'm not able to diagnose but it sounds like it could be Rheumatoid arthritis. The fact it is affecting the smaller joints and symmetrically are the... Read the full answer 〉
A combination of Atrogel® and Valerian should help both the muscle tension and anxiety. Our Daytime Stress Relief contains valerian and hops.... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia can cause pain in the eye sockets if the muscles in the upper back or neck are tense.Neck pain is often a result of weakened muscles... Read the full answer 〉
Please read my series of blogs written on understanding and managing pain, including dietary and emotional influences.Speaking of emotional... Read the full answer 〉
That sort of pain is often associated with indigestion, where a little spilt stomach acid is burning. If you do feel that food sits heavily or you... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear that you are in pain, but its one of those unfortunate consequences that stop certain people doing their job. A friend of my wife's is... Read the full answer 〉
I can't reassure you 100%, as we cannot diagnose but if your doctor has only suggested pain killers then it shouldn't be more than nerve or muscle... Read the full answer 〉
I was wondering what might have changed in the period before the onset of this fatigue. Here are a few common things to consider: 1) You've had... Read the full answer 〉
Neck pain is often a result of weakened muscles between the shoulder blades and over-used muscles in the back of the neck, often resulting from long... Read the full answer 〉
I suspect you might have some tension in the muscles of the lower back, particularly since you've not mentioned any obvious buttock strain. Because... Read the full answer 〉
That video was the first of a series and being in front of a camera was a very strange experience. I recently was on a course where I discovered even... Read the full answer 〉
You could have one of a number of causes behind your pain. One could well be some wear and tear in the vertebrae of the neck, which could account for... Read the full answer 〉
Bad backs are equally likely to be due to strains, caused by lifting heavy weights, as they are inactivity such as sitting for long periods in one... Read the full answer 〉
The tendons and ligaments in the affected joints aren't always the same length as they were before and some wear and tear can develop on the operated... Read the full answer 〉
I don't know if anyone has investigated if there is a hereditary element or not but as fibromyalgia is associated with low serotonin and poor... Read the full answer 〉
Have you had any kind of blood analysis performed at the doctors?With such a range of symptoms, we need a starting point but I would suggest making... Read the full answer 〉
It may be that you've pulled a tendon connecting the muscles of the calf to the foot when you strained your calf. Tendons connect muscle to bone and... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip on the rim of your... Read the full answer 〉
I think the first thing to get right is your sleep. Averaging less than 7 hours a night wreaks havoc with your immune system, emotions and pain... Read the full answer 〉
We often suffer back pain that is worse on one side than the other because of the slightly off-centre way we sit at the desk, drive and carry things.... Read the full answer 〉
I'm going to guess you mean your shoulder socket. If so, I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder... Read the full answer 〉
Hot feet, especially at night time, is one of the symptoms of vitamin B5 deficiency and many retailers in the health food stores I visit tell me it... Read the full answer 〉
I can't contradict your GP but I'd be surprised if you had fibromyalgia if your ribcage is your only site of pain. I've found the following... Read the full answer 〉
I'm sorry to hear its getting worse but mood swings are not usually part of fibromyalgia. They could be due to hormonal changes or you might actually... Read the full answer 〉
My advice would be to keep mobile but, in this case, don't do anything too strenuous like running which is likely to put more strain on the... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, it's called referred pain. The body doesn't normally receive distress signals from the organs so it fires out pain signals to a nearby area with... Read the full answer 〉
Coughing should only cause groin pain if you already have a hernia present. Because coughing causes pressure in the abdomen, it could cause the... Read the full answer 〉
That's an unusual one to damage. Well done!If you're anything like me then time off is not a joking situation. The answer is rest, recovery and... Read the full answer 〉
Sounds like it could be but unfortunately we are unable to diagnose. If you haven't already found them, please visit our fibromyalgia and... Read the full answer 〉
I don't honestly know for sure but as a general rule, anything that improves muscle tone and circulation is beneficial to muscle pain. If its the... Read the full answer 〉
Much of what you describe does sound like fibromyalgia. I recently wrote a blog describing the difference between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and... Read the full answer 〉
I really can't tell you whether the TIA might be linked to your neck pain.However, I've found a website that you might find of interest for the... Read the full answer 〉
I'd be tempted to ask if you have suffered any other symptoms that might be associated with overtraining, since you exercise almost everyday.... Read the full answer 〉
Amitriptaline is often prescribed for certain types of pain, depression and to help sleep. However, its side effects do include anxiety, disturbed... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, indeed. Apply 2-4 times a day and make sure 2 of those are before bed and upon rising. Our Atrogel® is not a rubbing oil, so it doesn't take... Read the full answer 〉
Many people swear that the colder and damper months exacerbate any underlying wear and tear in the joints and it has certainly been damp in the last... Read the full answer 〉
There isn't a blood or urine test for osteoarthritis, the symptoms picture is used to diagnose. I expect the doctor may have mentioned osteoarthritis... Read the full answer 〉
The back pain comes about not because of your time in the chair or seat but through years of spending prolonged periods sitting at a desk or driving... Read the full answer 〉
The answer is all three plus rest. Our Atrogel® rates higher than a 5% ibuprofen gel for satisfaction and so wold naturally be the one I'd... Read the full answer 〉
There are many causes of chest pain, from soft tissue damage, heart arrhythmia (don't worry, most are benign) to inflammation of the sac around the... Read the full answer 〉
Assuming you're not suffering aching legs from overexertion, you may have restless legs syndrome (RLS). People with this have various sensations to... Read the full answer 〉
Statins deplete a natural energy-producing substance found in the body called "Co-enzyme Q10". It is found in particular concentrations in the... Read the full answer 〉
I'm sorry you are struggling so badly with your pain. We cannot diagnose what's wrong but I thought you might be interested in a copy of the text I... Read the full answer 〉
Upper back pain is often caused by a weakening and over-stretching of the muscles between the shoulder blades. This is often a result of spending too... Read the full answer 〉
Quite possibly and perhaps the cause might be RSI, or repetitive strain injury. We cannot diagnose, so do consult a physio first. The pain can... Read the full answer 〉
We think the problem could relate to your kidneys, perhaps a virus or blood sugar control issues. Please make sure you visit your doctor and let us... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have some wear and tear in the upper spine, Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement.If you... Read the full answer 〉
A diagnosis of fibromyalgia cannot be arrived at via any blood test and your doctor will likely have arrived at that conclusion as a result of not... Read the full answer 〉
Unfortunately we cannot diagnose and since your symptoms are quite unusual, we should ask if you have been to the doctors as a first step?From the... Read the full answer 〉
You haven't said that you suffer any lower back pain but if you do, please follow this link for some effective exercises.Applying some Atrogel®... Read the full answer 〉
As you may know, a lipoma is a type of benign tumour composed of fatty tissue. However, this fat is not structural nor can it be metabolised (broken... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may have Rotator Cuff tendinitis, bursitis of the shoulder or Shoulder Impingement. The rotator cuff is like a lip on the rim of your... Read the full answer 〉
Upper back pain is often caused by a weakening and over-stretching of the muscles between the shoulder blades. This is often a result of spending too... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear of your horribly traumatic experiences. Sometimes the soft tissues can remain painful for many months following the initial injury,... Read the full answer 〉
Devils Claw is a remedy you have to be a little patient with. I'd say a few weeks rather than a few days for results. The other factors that cause an... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to say that its time and rest that's needed. Easier said than done if you are still at work of course.The T10 vertebrae is part of a very... Read the full answer 〉
The pins and needles will likely be a result of the tension in the muscles of your neck and shoulders.Upper back pain is often caused by a weakening... Read the full answer 〉
I'm afraid we can't diagnose and your symptoms are a little unusual, so even a suggestion to take to the doctor is difficult. Please get yourself... Read the full answer 〉
Blood pressure does rise as a result of both stress and stiffening of the arteries. Crataegus (Hawthorn) is now known not to have a digitalis-like... Read the full answer 〉
Here is a link to part of a blog I wrote on managing pain. There is some dietary advice in this section:... Read the full answer 〉
Bad backs are equally likely to be due to strains, caused by lifting heavy weights, as they are inactivity such as sitting for long periods in one... Read the full answer 〉
There are some exercises and remedies that can help upper back and neck pain if you are able to perform them every other day until improvement occurs... Read the full answer 〉
I hope the holiday was otherwise fun. The muscles in the trunk are multi-layered, with some responsible for balance and others for movement, which is... Read the full answer 〉
Because no-one really knows what causes fibromyalgia, its hard to say that it is curable. However, if the big predisposing factors, such as stress,... Read the full answer 〉
Tendon strain or ligament sprains are the most common cause of groin pain, especiallly after sport but a bone fracture, a pinched nerve, a urinary... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia is more common in women and can often start at any age from the twenties onwards. There is no specific time for this, it may well depend... Read the full answer 〉
Yes please, you would want such symptoms examined before we advise any remedies anyway.I hope it goes as quickly as it arrived.Best wishesEarle Read the full answer 〉
Unfortunately, the two go together. If you can follow our Fibromyalgia diet on our website, you should find the foods offer some help. If you need... Read the full answer 〉
I cannot contradict the doctor but ME symptoms are even worse than those you are reporting. The neck is an absolutely classic place to experience... Read the full answer 〉
I can't find a firm link between fibromyalgia and epilepsy beyond a few people on forums who suffer both. Following the conversations, it seems... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear of your discomfort. We cannot diagnose but have your medical team considered 'peripheral neuropathy' (in your case... Read the full answer 〉
I've been battling the same for a while now and have reduced its frequency and duration, though I suspect I am going to have to take the plunge and... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia will worsen if you do nothing about it, such as improve the affected circulation, restore good immune function, reduce stress and... Read the full answer 〉
If you click on this link to our fibromyalgia section, you may be able to relate to the condition. Dietary, remedy and lifestyle advice is also to be... Read the full answer 〉
Opinion is divided amongst medical people as to whether there is a link. Some have speculated that the increased blood supply demanded by an external... Read the full answer 〉
How have you managed for so long? Can I suggest a couple of supplements to relax the back and restore some strength to the leg that gives... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia can cause cold hands and feet as circulation is often impaired but feeling cold all over is not a common symptom. Can I ask if you have... Read the full answer 〉
Please ensure your tea and coffee intake do not exceed 3 cups per day. More than this will deplete your absorption of magnesium, needed for the... Read the full answer 〉
You won't cause extra damage by climbing the stairs but the pain will of course increase. However, keeping a joint mobile is very important, as... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may be suffering "neck headaches". They are caused by the muscles in the upper back or shoulders pulling at the base of the skull, to... Read the full answer 〉
You may be correct when you wonder if the mattress is responsible.Many people experience a bad back just a few days after sleeping on a softer... Read the full answer 〉
Lower back pain can't cause shingles as it is cause by a reactivation of the chicken pox virus. You may read about Postherpetic neuralgia but that... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to read all of that, what an ordeal. I presume you've been prescribed and have taken all sorts of pain killers to little effect. 'Modern'... Read the full answer 〉
First, change everything! If you use two or more pillows, reduce to just one. If you work at a computer, raise it up higher so you are not looking... Read the full answer 〉
I think you may be suffering "neck headaches". They are caused by the muscles in the upper back or shoulders pulling at the base of the skull, to... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, feeling hot or cold would be listed as 'other' symptoms of fibromyalgia, after the main identifying symptoms such as muscle pain, joint pain,... Read the full answer 〉
We cannot diagnose but you do sound like a Fibromyalgia candidate. If you don't mind me asking, are you taking stain drugs for cholesterol, as these... Read the full answer 〉
Don't know if you're thinking of anything in particular, so here's the overview.....Coffee stimulates the production of adrenaline above and beyond... Read the full answer 〉
Scoliosis was once thought to be a disease of childhood but it slowly develops in many people through adulthood and is thought to be present in 70%... Read the full answer 〉
After some thought, the answer is that the most likely reason behind the swelling is structural - the discomfort of the spinal erosion plus the... Read the full answer 〉
In addition to following the broad advice for Fibromyalgia on our website, I'd suggest trying some holistically standardised Ginkgo Biloba.... Read the full answer 〉
As you might suspect, we are unable to match the analgesic effects of something as powerful as Tramadol, so a different approach to pain relief is... Read the full answer 〉
While we try to encourage people to engage in activity, as it can reduce muscular pain, I'd say the worst aspect of fibromyalgia must be the... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, very likely. Most symptoms that comes on quickly tend to resolve quickly too but if you need some extra help, I'd buy some magnesium and take... Read the full answer 〉
Twenty years is a very long time to feel so rotten. You didn't raise any specific symptoms that cause you particular discomfort so please visit our... Read the full answer 〉
Because of the unusual nature of your symptoms, I thought it best to ask a practitioner friend as they see those more unique cases that can leave the... Read the full answer 〉
Cramps are most often a result of sudden temperature changes (which is why some people get cramps when they jump into cold water at the swimming... Read the full answer 〉
Most likely some tension in the lower back caused by overwork or stress. It's a good sign that it has gone as quickly as it arrived.Best wishesEarle Read the full answer 〉
Don't worry about the cold making you shiver. It won't trigger your atrial fibrillation. Stress, high blood pressure, alcohol, arterial disease and... Read the full answer 〉
Please follow this link for information on fibromyalgia, the right foods to eat, exercises and... Read the full answer 〉
It sounds as if you have a muscular imbalance in your lower back or are tilting your pelvis to one side. Either could compress a nerve and explain... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry that your pain is so widespread.I presume you've seen the Fibromyalgia section on this website. If you have a diagnosis of fibromyalgia then... Read the full answer 〉
This sounds like a little overuse in the tendons connecting the muscles of the back and the pelvis. As it is one-sided, I wonder if you have... Read the full answer 〉
Hopefully your back pain goes as quickly as it arrived. My usual advice applies, which is: - Keep it mobile but don't stretch it out -... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia most commonly affects the neck and shoulders, whose blood vessels and nerves of course supply the arms and hands. Can I suggest some... Read the full answer 〉
Often moving pain is a sign of minor circulatory issues. Bodily tissues don't like to be deprived of oxygen and generally express pain to complain... Read the full answer 〉
The most everyday cause of this is acid reflux from the stomach. For that I'd encourage you to really take time to relax and enjoy mealtime, chew for... Read the full answer 〉
DISH stands for Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, and sometimes is called Forestier's Disease. It involves the calcification of the tendons... Read the full answer 〉
Upper back pain can have a variety of causes. Infection of the lungs can cause acute pain but often muscular imbalance can be the reason for long... Read the full answer 〉
I'm afraid it doesn't. I'd strongly recommend you ask your Doctor for a referral to a neurologist who will be able to identify the cause. Please... Read the full answer 〉
Just a few days in most cases, depending upon the extent of the tear.Severe damage may take a fortnight but in either case, eat lots of vitamin C... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia is really a syndrome, meaning it has a lot of symptoms rather than one synonymous with the label. However, generalised muscle pain due... Read the full answer 〉
We'll start with a simple and everyday answer if that's ok.....You may have an inflamed descending colon. Your colon runs up the right side of your... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, feelings such as twinges and flutters in the chest can be experienced in anyone and in most cases are harmless. However I would get this checked... Read the full answer 〉
It could be simply mechanical, so caused by working one side of the back more than the other over a period of time. This can be caused by sitting at... Read the full answer 〉
Atrosan® Devils Claw can be taken with any other medicines. People who should not take it include pregnant and breast feeding women and those with... Read the full answer 〉
Because you don't report any other symptoms, such as weakness, numbness or pins and needles in the buttock or legs, it is unlikely that your pain is... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear of your collection of symptoms. Although classed as rare (less than 1 in 1000) Ezetrol's side effects do include muscle pain, weakness... Read the full answer 〉
This may be possible but there could be other causes so it is best to get a check up from your doctor.Best wishesEarle Read the full answer 〉
Joint / muscle aches and pains may affect the mood especially if you are experiencing this continually. However, low mood can be caused by other... Read the full answer 〉
Muscle pain can be caused by a variety of factors so it is important to get a proper diagnosis from your doctor. In the meantime you may find Devils... Read the full answer 〉
Fibromyalgia is often accompanied by headaches, which if bad enough can affect vision, so potentially, yes. It is also thought to be in part due to... Read the full answer 〉
I suspect you're asking this after reading that reduced blood supply may contribute to Fibromyalgia. In the case of a heart attack, it is the... Read the full answer 〉
Ah, so very many. From desk jobs where we can place stress on the neck to lifting jobs which potentially affect the back and knees and jobs that... Read the full answer 〉
Yes, 'viral arthritis' involves joint pain development during or following a viral infection. Perhaps the most common cause would be in adults... Read the full answer 〉
Do you suffer with digestive issues at all? The areas of pain you describe correspond to the symptoms of stomach problems.Heartburn, reflux, or an... Read the full answer 〉
Moving pain can be due to a slight interruption to blood supply. This can be caused by sitting at a chair or in a car for prolonged periods at even a... Read the full answer 〉
It depends how much vibration the machine is sending through you and how long you are using it for each time. If it does rattle somewhat, the... Read the full answer 〉
To reduce inflammation and swelling (usually in cases of injury and joint pain) apply something cold for 10 minutes. To improve circulation, as you... Read the full answer 〉
Because your symptoms won't sit still, I'd recommend you get along to your GP in order that some tests might be run to arrive at an explanation. It... Read the full answer 〉
I imagine you thought the worst, with the pain being where you describe, so I'm pleased you've sought medical advice.The Paracetamol will help... Read the full answer 〉
If the doctor says a muscle is involved, then it's magnesium to the rescue. Magnesium helps with easing tight, tense and cramping muscles. I'd try... Read the full answer 〉
Stiffness and the subsequent limitation of the range of movement in a joint are signs of arthritis, so you may instead have a muscular imbalance.... Read the full answer 〉
It is not a common symptom but, due to the limiting of oxygen delivery to various tissues and organs as the disease progresses, it may come to have... Read the full answer 〉
Because your pain has come on suddenly it is more likely to be an overuse injury. Referred pain is that which can indicate problems inside the body... Read the full answer 〉
Sorry to hear of your fall. Unfortunately it sounds as if you did a good job, spraining ligaments and straining muscles at the same time. Pain can... Read the full answer 〉
You may have several things going on here. Your white hands when walking may be similar to those symptoms experienced by runners. Blood is not... Read the full answer 〉
Because you've had this severe pain before and because you would have said if you'd injured it, I would really recommend you ask your GP to arrange... Read the full answer 〉
Have you injured your back? I ask because symptoms often worsen with immobility (as at night) and ease up with some movement when there is tissue... Read the full answer 〉
We cannot offer you a diagnosis obviously, as we are unable to examine you properly. I would suggest that going to see a good physiotherapist... Read the full answer 〉
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