Ketamine Therapy for Fibromyalgia
It is estimated between 2-4% of Americans are affected by the chronic pain disorder known as fibromyalgia. This complex condition causes widespread pain and tenderness to the touch and is accompanied by mood issues, loss of sleep and fatigue. Medical researchers believe that fibromyalgia enhances painful sensations by affecting the way the human brain processes pain signals. Because this condition causes chronic pain and a number of other troublesome symptoms, fibromyalgia pain relief is critical. Serving the Dallas, Plano and Richardson, Texas communities, Texas Ketamine Specialists offers the latest treatment option – ketamine for fibromyalgia treatment.
What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia may be the outcome when chronic musculoskeletal pain cannot be diagnosed (pain is idiopathic) and it is located on both sides of the body and above and below the waist. The chronic pain is also accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Women are more likely than men to develop this painful condition. Many people diagnosed with the disorder also experience anxiety, depression and migraines.
In certain cases, the symptoms of fibromyalgia begin following a traumatic physical event, surgery or an infection. In other cases, the symptoms gradually develop without a triggering event.
The Importance of Fibromyalgia Pain Relief
Unfortunately for those affected by fibromyalgia, there is no cure. The treatment program is designed to help control the symptoms so the individual can enjoy family, friends, work and hobbies. Without proper fibromyalgia pain relief, individuals usually lose sleep and fatigue begins to interfere with their ability to function at home or on the job.
The most common fibromyalgia treatments include medications, such as pain relievers and antidepressants, physical therapy, talk therapy and occupational therapy. While one or more of these treatment options are usually effective at alleviating symptoms, not all people will respond. When this occurs, ketamine for fibromyalgia treatment may be an ideal treatment option.
Ketamine for Fibromyalgia Treatment
Ketamine is an FDA-approved medication that has been used as an anesthetic agent for numerous years. In recent years, medical professionals and clinical studies have shown that ketamine offers fast-acting and long-lasting symptom relief for chronic pain, depression and anxiety associated with fibromyalgia.
Ketamine for fibromyalgia treatment is similar to that used with clinical depression cases. Patients receive 1-2 infusions in-office, each one lasting about 40 minutes, to see if the treatment is effective. If positive results are achieved, a patient will receive additional infusions, as well as maintenance boosters.
Many patients report reduced symptoms in only hours or days, with many reporting significant relief in only 1-2 infusions. Patients no longer have to wait weeks or months to see if a treatment is working.
For additional resources on fibromyalgia pain relief with ketamine therapy, or to determine if ketamine for fibromyalgia treatment is right for you, please contact the Dallas, Plano and Richardson, Texas area office of Texas Ketamine Specialists today.
