Can a person with fibromyalgia benefit from a massage with deep muscle pain?

Question

I have fibromyalgia and im having problems with the muscles on my shoulders.Muscle relaxers arent helping so im curious about a deep tissue massage but also fear i will hurt more

Answer 1

Hi Stephanie,

Massage can be very beneficial for people with Fibromyalgia.  The pressure of the massage should be only to the clients tolerance and therefore not painful.  Hydration is also a factor to alleviate post massage soreness.  Hope my answer is helpful to you.

Kimberly Olson, LMT

In Balance Therapeutic Massage