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How can physical therapy help fibromyalgia?
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Pain Reduction: Physical therapy can help reduce pain, reduce muscle spasm, and improve strength.
Answered 4/19/2014
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Multiple ways: Pt can apply "modalities" of heat cold ultrasound electrical stimulation. They can do trigger point massage deep muscle massage as well as loosten you up with stretching and start you on a general aerobic exercise program.
Answered 9/11/2014
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