Can they test for fibromyalgia in an elderly person?

Yes: The syndrome is diagnosed based on history, physical examination, and tests that rule out other conditions. I would start with your primary care physician who can begin the work-up. Other doctors that can diagnose the condition are neurologists, rheumatologists, psychiatrists, pain specialists, and physiatrists. Ask the doctor's office before making an appt as not all doctors DX this condition.

See below: Elderly people can get fibromyalgia but I do not see this as often in this group. There is no "test" for fibromyalgia, it is diagnosed by the history and physical examination.