Improving body mechanics

Many day-to-day activities and hobbies (such as needlepoint, golf, and tennis) require repetitive movements. If they are not performed correctly, they can cause fatigue and increase pain. Several sessions with a physical therapist or professional sports instructor can make sure that these activities are being done properly.

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Changes to improve symptoms also can be made at the workplace. When people with fibromyalgia were surveyed to determine which job-related activities aggravated their symptoms, prolonged tasks or repetitive ones that required working under adverse conditions--such as at night or in the cold--were the most troublesome. Working on an assembly line and typing are two common causes of problems.

To help prevent a symptom flare, people with fibromyalgia should not overdo any activity. Frequently changing the types of tasks performed is a good way to keep occupational activities from aggravating symptoms.