Julie Kelly, M.S., R.N., and Rosalie Devonshire, B.A., M.S.W., LISW
Edited by Thomas J. Romano, M.D., Ph.D, FACP, FACR
Revised May 2005
Taking Charge of Fibromyalgia
is a 285-page handbook for patients, their families, and healthcare professionals dealing with FMS. It provides the most up-to-date information available for understanding, managing, and coping with fibromyalgia. We have presented this book at the American College of Rheumatology National Conferences in 1991, 1993, 1998 and have most recently updated the book in May 2005. We have been selling our book to FMS patients, hospitals, doctors, nurses, massage therapists, physical therapists, and rehabilitation clinics since 1993. The Arthritis Foundation, Fibromyalgia Alliance of America, Beth Ediger (author of Coping With Fibromyalgia), National FMS Research Association, FM Aware and others recommend our book.
Chapters include these topics:
 | History - of illness |
| Research - how researchers are tracking down the cause |
| Diagnosis & Symptoms - how do you know if you have FMS? Relationsip between FMS and CFIDS explained |
| Medications - which ones work? How do they work? What can you expect from treatment with medications |
| Exercise - how much and what kind is useful |
| Sleep Disorder - why do FMS patients have difficulty sleeping, and what can be done about improving sleep quality? |
| Stress Management - helpful relaxation skills explained including meditation and time management |
| Nutrition - helpful hints with diet and supplements |
| Alternative Therapy - overview of complementary therapies |
| Internet Resources - web sites for further information |
| Work Issues - how to cope at work |
| Disability Issues - how to apply for disability and further resources |
| Pioneering Treatments - new treatments from leading researchers |
| Coping Tips - practical tips for everyday and long term help |
| FMS Journal - pages you can use in many chapters to create your own journal |
| Doctor-Patient Relationships - tips on working effectively with your health care professionals |
| Resources - national resources, books, tapes, newsletters, patient and professional organizations and websites |
| Flare-Up Management - how to handle flares
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| Pregnancy & FMS
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| Children and Adolescents with FMS
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| Men & FMS
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| Support Group Leaders
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Click here to read excerpts on selected sections from our book
There are many charts, diagrams, and pages that you can use to create your own FMS journal. These can help you keep an accurate history which will assist you in reporting your progress, problems, and concerns to your healthcare team. We've also included a complete list of national fibromyalgia resources for your convenience. Click here for Internet Resource links.
Click to see enlargement samples of graphics included in book
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