WellSpring Clinic and
Dr. Sam J. Walters
Naturopathic Medical Doctor

Office: 480.946.9222
Fax: 480.946.9226

Address:
8070 E. Morgan Trail
Suite 200
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Fibromyalgia / Chronic Fatigue

Download the Fibromyalgia / Chronic Fatigue PDF

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia

Pain:

  • deep muscular aching
  • throbbing
  • twitching
  • stabbing
  • shooting pain
  • numbness
  • tingling
  • burning
  • morning stiffness
  • non-restorative sleep
  • physical and mental fatigue,
  • excessive physical activity
  • physical inactivity
  • anxiety
  • stress

Fatigue:

Fatigue, as a symptom of Fibromyalgia, is an all encompassing exhaustion that can prevent one from the simplest of daily activities. The fatigue in this case feels as though your body has been drained of all energy - both mentally and physically.

Sleep Problems:

The inability to achieve deep, restful, restorative sleep. During periods of sleep, many patients experience sleep interruptions that include bursts of awake-like brain activity that may last for minutes or even hours at a time.

Other Symptoms:

  • irritable bowel and bladder
  • headaches and migraines
  • restless legs syndrome
  • impaired memory
  • skin sensitivities and rashes
  • dry eyes and mouth
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • ringing in the ears
  • dizziness
  • vision problems
  • raynaud’s syndrome
  • neurological symptoms
  • impaired coordination
Today, studies indicate that approximately 3 - 6% of the U.S. population experiences the chronic pain and illness of Fibromyalgia.

If you or someone you know is experiencing chronic pain with symptoms such as exhaustion, sleep disorder, constant headaches, lack of concentration, weak limbs, increasing skin sensitivities and rashes, anxiety, depression, ringing ears, dizziness and / or any other irregular physical or neurological symptoms, there is help - at the WellSpring Clinic.

At the WellSpring clinic, we can get to the heart of Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatique using a series of proven test to diagnose the problem including phyical examination, blood and urine analysis, pressure-point testing and other methods. By determining which factors are contributing to individual cases, we are able to develop a specific and potential teatment program that may include conventional medicine, vitamin and mineral supplementation and lifestyle adaptation.

Pain Management
At WellSpring Clinic, we know that treating Chronic Pain requires a comprehensive Pain Managment program to help patients find relief while tailoring a complete program to cure the problem. Many Pain Management programs include gentle exercising and stretching.

Sleep Management
Getting the proper amount of sleep is essential to the treatment of Chronic Pain. By developing a consistent sleep regimen, which includes a custom tailored diet and thorough evaluation of one’s spleeping environment, WellSpring Clinic can help you regain a healthy sleep.

Other Treatments
WellSpring Clinic approaches the treatment of Fibromyalgia with additional therapies that form a complete program. Such therapies may include physical therapy, therapeutic massage, myofascial release therapy, water therapy, light aerobics, acupressure, acupuncture, relaxation exercises, breathing techniques, herbs, nutritional supplements, osteopathic or chiropractic manipulation.

Natural Supplements
WellSpring Clinic, in association with Optomed Pharmaceuticals, may also suggest the use of high quality, pharmaceutical grade supplements for the treatment of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue.

 

We encourage you to visit the WellSpring Clinc or call us, and learn how we can provide individualized Optimal Health services to help you live a long healthy life - right now.

Call today: (480) 946.9222