Fibromialgia Muscle Spasms

[kazgo2016]

Has any one else have these and how to you manage them my dr has given me diazapan

[Hazel_Angelstar Administrator FMA UK Staff]

I've had diazepam a few times for really severe muscle spasms. I normally try things such as heat and massage before asking GP for extra meds

[MariLiz]

I take yoga classes, currently on Zoom sessions. One is a very gentle seated class, the other a bit stronger and means using the floor and standing work. Although I am a bit limited in what I can manage to do, I find the stretches and relaxation exercises are very helpful. They seem to keep the spasms at bay. I also visit a chiropractor for treatment for my back, which is awful if that goes into spasm. Plus massages every few months, if they’re allowed under the Covid regulations.

Best wishes

[worried4me5]

Hi

Can someone tell me what you mean by muscle spasms please? Is it like cramps? I've had a lot of cramps usually in my ankle and shin at the same time and nothing I do gets rid of it, I have to wait until it's over.

Today at the dentist, I got toe cramp which lasted about 10 minutes and even the dentists were concerned, wanted to know if they should call an ambulance, lol. Not sure what for. They advised me to see my GP.

Thanks if you can help.

[JayCeon]

Generally I get spasms/cramps when I haven't drunken enough. It's not the magnesium as it is in many people. I have to be careful with all my exercises and stretching, have to keep under limits, often 20''.