fibromyalgia
noun
fi·bro·my·al·gia
ˌfī-ˌbrō-ˌmī-ˈal-j(ē)ə 
: a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness, and stiffness of muscles and associated connective tissue structures that is typically accompanied by fatigue, headache, and sleep disturbances
fibromyalgic
noun
plural fibromyalgics
Most fibromyalgics are women who have gradual onset of symptoms between the ages of 20 and 45.
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Research has suggested that it may be used for managing pain in fibromyalgia, a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain and fatigue.1516 Magnesium malate is also generally well absorbed.2
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By the second week, many participants saw an improvement in their fibromyalgia symptoms.7
More research is needed to understand if magnesium oil applied to the feet can also help with pain relief.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 26 May 2025
One study was performed in women with fibromyalgia, a condition that causes widespread pain and tiredness.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 26 May 2025
Reduces Pain The use of weighted blankets may be a strategy when treating other health conditions, including chronic pain and fibromyalgia.
—Martta Kelly, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
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Karen Berger, Verywell Health, 30 May 2025
By the second week, many participants saw an improvement in their fibromyalgia symptoms.7
More research is needed to understand if magnesium oil applied to the feet can also help with pain relief.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 26 May 2025
One study was performed in women with fibromyalgia, a condition that causes widespread pain and tiredness.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 26 May 2025
Reduces Pain The use of weighted blankets may be a strategy when treating other health conditions, including chronic pain and fibromyalgia.
—Martta Kelly, Verywell Health, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Fibromyalgia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fibromyalgia. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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fibromyalgia
noun
fi·bro·my·al·gia
ˌfī-(ˌ)brō-ˌmī-ˈal-j(ē-)ə
: a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness, and stiffness of muscles and associated connective tissue structures that is typically accompanied by fatigue, headache, and sleep disturbances
called also fibromyalgia syndrome, fibromyositis
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