The Swing Care Blog

Resources on fibromyalgia research and treatment

Swing Care Now In-Network with Capital Blue Cross & Independence Blue Cross in Pennsylvania

We’re pleased to announce that Swing Care is now in-network with Capital Blue Cross and Independence Blue Cross (IBX) in…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Fibromyalgia or MS: How to Recognize the Key Differences in Your Symptoms

If you’re reading this, you might be feeling confused or worried about your current symptoms. Maybe you’ve been experiencing widespread…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Myofascial Pain Syndrome vs Fibromyalgia: Understanding the Key Differences

If you’re living with widespread pain and struggling to get clear answers about what’s causing your symptoms, you’re not alone.…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Why Do I Get Headaches with Fibromyalgia? Understanding the Connection and Finding Relief

If you’re living with fibromyalgia and dealing with frequent headaches, you’re definitely not alone in feeling frustrated by this combination.…

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PAIN RESOURCES

When Fibromyalgia Causes Chest Pain: What You Should Know

If you’re living with fibromyalgia and experiencing chest pain, you’re not alone in feeling concerned and confused. Many people with…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Should You Try Amitriptyline for Fibromyalgia? What You Need to Know

Bottom Line: Amitriptyline may help some people with fibromyalgia symptoms, particularly sleep problems, though the evidence quality is limited and…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Is Gabapentin Right for Your Fibromyalgia? A Patient’s Treatment Guide

Bottom Line: Research shows that about half of people taking gabapentin experience meaningful pain relief, compared to about one-third of…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Do You Have Fibromyalgia or Lupus? How to Tell the Difference

Bottom Line Fibromyalgia and lupus often occur together but require different treatments. These conditions share widespread pain and fatigue symptoms…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Lyrica for Fibromyalgia: How This FDA-Approved Treatment Could Help You

Bottom Line: Pregabalin (Lyrica) can help some people with fibromyalgia, but it’s not a miracle cure. About 1 in 10…

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SYMPTOMS

Stress and Fibromyalgia: What’s the Connection?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that is associated with widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. While researchers continue to explore…

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SYMPTOMS

Understanding Fibromyalgia Severity: How Severe Are Fibromyalgia Symptoms?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that involves a complex mix of symptoms, whose severity can range from mildly disruptive to…

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Long COVID and fibromyalgia

PAIN RESOURCES

COVID-19, Long COVID and Fibromyalgia

Since its emergence in late 2019, COVID-19 has reshaped global health in both immediate and lasting ways. While the acute…

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How Common Is Fibromyalgia

PAIN RESOURCES

How Common Is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects millions of people around the world, yet it often goes misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or…

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Finding Fibromyalgia Community

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Finding Fibromyalgia Community: Building Support in Chronic Illness

When you’re dealing with fibromyalgia symptoms, it can feel like no one else understands. On top of the pain, fatigue…

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Brain Fog with Fibromyalgia

SYMPTOMS

Brain Fog with Fibromyalgia: Understanding the Connection and Management Strategies

Among the various symptoms associated with fibromyalgia, one of the most frustrating and pervasive is brain fog. Brain fog, or…

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Diet and Nutrition for Fibromyalgia

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Diet and Nutrition for Fibromyalgia

Do your fibro symptoms flare when you drink coffee? Do you have less brain fog when you skip the sugar?…

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Treatment for Fibromyalgia

RESEARCH

Swing Care Clinic Demonstrates Sustained Improvement in Fibromyalgia Symptoms

New outcomes data from Swing Care, released last week at the American Academy of Pain Medicine annual meeting, demonstrated the…

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Physical Treatments for Fibro

VIDEOS

Physical Treatments for Fibro: When Exercise is a Four-Letter Word

It’s a common fibro experience: Your doctor recommends exercise and sends you on your way. But living with chronic pain can…

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How Is Fibromyalgia Diagnosed

SYMPTOMS

How Is Fibromyalgia Diagnosed?

Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Many patients considering their symptoms may…

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Video Holistic Therapy for Fibromyalgia

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Holistic Therapy for Fibromyalgia

Treatment for fibromyalgia goes far beyond medication. Holistic approaches that take the whole person into account have a strong evidence…

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Fibromyalgia and Fatigue

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Fibromyalgia and Fatigue: Improving Sleep Symptoms

Although pain is a primary fibromyalgia symptom, it’s not the only one. In this webinar, globally-recognized fibromyalgia experts Dr. Andrea Chadwick…

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PAIN RESOURCES

What is LDN and Fibromyalgia? A Look at Low Dose Naltrexone

Although medication is often a part of the treatment of fibromyalgia, only three have been FDA approved for the condition;…

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cold weather and fibromyalgia

PAIN RESOURCES

Hot and Cold Weather and Fibromyalgia: What Is the Impact?

Many people with fibromyalgia report an increase in symptom activity in response to certain weather patterns, such as temperature changes.…

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Swing Care and Big Health Partner to Bring First-Line Insomnia Treatment to Fibromyalgia Patients

Swing Care, a virtual specialty clinic for comprehensive fibromyalgia treatment, announced that Big Health’s flagship insomnia treatment, SleepioRx, is now…

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PAIN RESOURCES

Fibromyalgia Medications: An In-Depth Guide to Treatment Options

If you or a loved one is struggling with fibromyalgia, understanding the different fibromyalgia medications, how they work, and the…

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Fibromyalgia should you avoid gluten

PAIN RESOURCES

Fibromyalgia: Should You Avoid Gluten?

When you’re taking a comprehensive approach to fibromyalgia treatment, diet is often a top question on patients’ minds. It’s something…

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PAIN RESOURCES

How to Find Fibromyalgia Doctors Near Me: A Comprehensive Guide

If you’re wondering how to find fibromyalgia doctors near me, you’re not alone—many people with fibromyalgia struggle to find specialists…

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Swing Care, a Comprehensive Fibromyalgia Clinic, Launches in Pennsylvania

+Swing Care, the specialty clinic for comprehensive fibromyalgia treatment, is now available in Pennsylvania, with coverage from several major insurance…

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fibromyalgia Treatment in Michigan Now Available through Swing Care

Evidence-based fibromyalgia treatment in Michigan is now available through Swing Care, a specialty fibromyalgia clinic, with appointments covered by several…

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Swing Care Launches with Fibromyalgia Specialists in Missouri

Swing Care is bringing fibromyalgia specialists and comprehensive treatment to Missouri, expanding its specialty care services to the state’s 6…

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Comprehensive Fibromyalgia Treatment in Ohio

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Swing Care Announces Launch of Comprehensive Fibromyalgia Treatment in Ohio

We are excited to announce Swing Care’s expansion to our next state: Specialized, comprehensive fibromyalgia treatment is now available in…

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