I’ve been treating fibromyalgia since 2003, and have found that very good results come 
from a combination of acupuncture and a bodywork technique called ‘Gua Sha’. The ‘Gua Sha’ method stimulates the body’s circulation via rubbing of the skin and muscles with a special tool. I find that ‘Gua Sha’ dramatically boosts the pain relieving ability of acupuncture. Read more about ‘Gua Sha’ about halfway down on the treatments page here: link to ‘Gua Sha’ Rubbing
At In Good Health in Lafayette, CA, I choose ‘Gua Sha’ tools made out of various materials (metal, wood, horn, shell) depending on the case as well as the individual’s skin and muscle tone.
A Study from the New England Journal of Medicine confirms that the Asian exercise Tai Chi is also helpful for fibromyalgia. Here’s the link to that study: A Randomized Trial of Tai Chi for Fibromyalgia
There has been some very promising work around nutrition and fibromyalgia – it is based upon the treatment of the thyroid gland – which is said to be deficient in many cases – and this is despite negative blood tests. I will try to find the link
. . . and one last comment – I treated the scars of keyhole surgery, and this had a very positive effect on fibromyalgia . . .
I enjoy your articles – thank you
I’m glad you find the articles enjoyable. You have an interesting comment about the thyroid gland, which is complicated in various ways.
Since you mentioned scars, here’s a lead to a couple of articles on scar therapy and acupuncture.
http://lanafarson.com/classes/scar-therapy
~Lana
This is a fantastic article Lana. I think it will certainly help a lot of Fibromyalgia sufferers.
Keep up the good work!
Much appreciated. Thank you!