Fibromyalgia Treatment in Chalfont, Trevose PA & Marlton NJ
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties (often called “fibro fog”). It is frequently misunderstood and underdiagnosed. While fibromyalgia does not cause physical damage to muscles or joints, the pain is very real and can be debilitating.
At DVPSI, our physicians understand the complex, multidimensional nature of fibromyalgia. We believe pain is multidimensional, affecting the mind, body, and spirit, and treat it with a comprehensive, individualized approach that combines medication management, interventional procedures, and coordination with physical therapy and behavioral health.
Common Symptoms
- Widespread pain, aching above and below the waist, on both sides of the body
- Fatigue that persists even after adequate sleep
- Sleep disturbances, non-restorative sleep, frequent waking
- Cognitive difficulties, memory problems, difficulty concentrating (“fibro fog”)
- Tender points, sensitivity at specific body locations
- Headaches, including migraines
- Irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, or depression as co-occurring conditions
Common Causes
- Central sensitization, the nervous system amplifies pain signals throughout the body
- Physical trauma, fibromyalgia may be triggered by injury, surgery, or infection
- Psychological stress, significant emotional trauma can trigger onset
- Sleep disorders, disrupted sleep may contribute to fibromyalgia development
- Genetics, fibromyalgia tends to run in families
- Other rheumatic conditions, fibromyalgia often co-exists with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment Options at DVPSI
Our board-certified physicians use a stepwise, minimally invasive approach, always starting with the least invasive effective treatment and escalating only when necessary. Most patients find significant relief without major surgery.
Trigger Point Injections
Direct injections to painful muscle trigger points to break the cycle of muscle spasm and pain.
Medication Management
Careful use of FDA-approved fibromyalgia medications (duloxetine, pregabalin, milnacipran) combined with non-opioid options.
Nerve Blocks
For localized pain flares and specific nerve involvement contributing to widespread pain.
Ketamine Infusion Therapy
IV ketamine can help reset central sensitization, the underlying mechanism of fibromyalgia pain.
Physical Therapy Coordination
Coordinated referral to fibromyalgia-specialized physical therapy and graded exercise programs.
Comprehensive Pain Management
A multimodal plan addressing the physical, sleep, and mood components of fibromyalgia.
Why Choose DVPSI for Fibromyalgia Treatment
Our team recognizes that fibromyalgia cannot be treated with a single injection or medication. We provide a genuinely comprehensive plan that addresses all dimensions of the condition. Jenna Little, PA-C brings particular expertise in multimodal and alternative approaches to fibromyalgia management.