Patient Information / Career Opportunities Fibromyalgia Syndrome Fibromyalgia is an old medical dysfunction. There are some materials dated of 1815 talking about it. Fibromyalgia is also known by different names such as; Chronic Rheumatism, Myalgia, Fibrositis, and even as Psychological. Fibromyalgia is a non degenerative, chronic, non progressive, systemic pain condition. As of today, the lab tests done for Fibromyalgia are to rule out other conditions. Researchers have identified 18 points of pain, however to be diagnosed, patient need to consult with a specialist, and must have 11 tender point present in all four quadrants of the body. Symptoms of Fibromyalgia are vast; sensitivity amplification, bladder irritability, spasticity, sleep problems, fatigue, stiffness, headaches, muscle cramps, and pain. The best way of dealing with Fybromyalgia is taking an active role. Visit your physician for complimentary medication,consult your therapist for appropriate therapeutic exercises, stretching, manual therapy, vocational therapy, and other that must be under a health care professional supervision. If you are Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Massage Therapist, Physician or Nurse, send us your resume via fax or e-mail.