Obesity, Inactivity Contribute to Fibromyalgia

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Obesity, Inactivity Contribute to Fibromyalgia

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Many fibromyalgia patients turn to massage therapy for assistance with symptoms that include pain and tenderness. New research shows inactive and overweight people are at greater risk of developing fibromyalgia, a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread pain lasting more than three months, and tender point sites in the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms and legs.

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For Obese in Jefferson County, Ala., Exercise is Just What the Doctor Ordered - Press Release - Digital Journal

digitaljournal.com — “Birmingham, Ala. (PRWEB) August 12, 2011 The YMCA of Birmingham, Jefferson County Health Action Partnership and local physicians agree: “Physical inactivity is a fast-growing public health problem and contributes to a variety of chronic diseases and health complications including obesity, heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, depression, anxiety, arthritis and osteoporosis.” That’s a quote from a resolution recently adopted by the Medical Society of the State of Alabama (MASA) in supporView full resource at digitaljournal.com

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Lack of exercise main factor in high obesity rates - Health - CBC News

cbc.ca — “Physical inactivity by Canadians is the main factor contributing to obesity, a report suggests.View full resource at cbc.ca

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Exercise (Physical Activity) for Older People and Those With Disabilities

americanheart.org — “Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for developing coronary artery disease. It also contributes to obesity, high blood pressure, low HDL cholesterol and diabetes. Even modest levels of physical activity are beneficial.View full resource at americanheart.org

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Research Shows New Risk Factors for Fibromyalgia

massagemag.com — “Massage therapy and spa therapies have both been shown to benefit people with fibromyalgia. New research shows inactive and overweight people are at greater risk of developing fibromyalgia, a chronic pain syndrome characterized by widespread pain lasting more than three months, and tender point sites in the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms and legs.View full resource at massagemag.com

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