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The Mayo Clinic Guide to Fibromyalgia

By: Andy Abril M.D., Barbara K. Bruce PH.D. L.P.
Narrated by: Eliza Foss
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Fibromyalgia is a condition that's often misunderstood by the general public and doctors alike. This book aims to dispel myths about fibromyalgia and offers practical strategies that can help anyone living with this condition manage it successfully and return to a fulfilling and enjoyable life.

Drawing on decades of experience in treating fibromyalgia, Mayo Clinic Guide to Fibromyalgia offers research-supported, practical strategies that can help anyone with fibromyalgia live their best life now. From personal stories of people living with fibromyalgia to the compassionate expertise of its medical editors, this book seeks to first connect with people who have fibromyalgia in a way that they may not have experienced from loved ones and even doctors. From there, listeners will learn about what fibromyalgia is - and isn't - and find solace in knowing that they're not alone in the challenges that they face.

The half of the book sets the foundation for the second half, which outlines practical strategies shown to be effective in managing fibromyalgia. The entire book comes together in the last part, where listeners will put everything they've learned into an actionable daily plan that they can start using right away.

This book is divided into four parts:

  • Part 1 defines fibromyalgia, describes what causes it, and lists the challenges it can pose
  • Part 2 outlines treatment options
  • Part 3 describes strategies for managing fibromyalgia
  • Part 4 outlines steps toward working with your health care team and family and creating a daily action plan for managing symptoms
©2019 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER) (P)2019 Recorded Books
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informative

very to good
I was not aware of the diagnoses until I read this
thank you for validating this debilitating condition

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informative

This was a great book to use to help loved ones understand this chronic illness.

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Much needed info on a topic no-one talks about

I have fibro, and found this book to be very complete. I have had it 30 yrs. now and I found helpful info plus
New medical info I was not aware of.
I must say though, I think this book would be more helpful as a real book, for recurring review.
The narrator was good.

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Very Helpful

I found this book to be very helpful. It has given me a starting point for additional research.

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Excellent audiobook

I learned so much information from this audiobook. Amazingly written.
I recommend this book

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Excellent guide to fibromyalgia

A thorough, evidence-based, and hopeful guide for people with fibromyalgia. Thanks for providing such a great resource!

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Understanding it + Practical Ways to Deal with Fibromyalgia

#1 Book to get if you need help with this condition, wonder if you have it, or want to understand someone you know who has it. Excellent!

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A Necessary Handbook for Fibromyalgia Patients

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia many years ago. Much has evolved since then but my doctors weren’t necessarily up to speed. So, I have suffered a long time. This book has revealed to me research, medical help and practical advice that I have needed for a long time. The narration is well paced so I didn’t feel overwhelmed and there is guidance for a daily routine (with exercises) to help my days go better. I am happy to have found this practical and well researched source of information.

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Good general info

This provided an overview of fibromyalgia and methods to treat it. Quite a bit of information was provided about medication and types of exercise etc.

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Very motivating.

Good push for self motivation.
Well explained. Some details aren’t relevant if not residing in the US however this can easily ignored and one can always move to the next paragraph or chapter.

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