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Pregnancy is an exciting and life-changing journey, filled with the joy of becoming a mother. It also brings a lot of changes to your body, energy levels, and even your brain. Most women expect these changes to be temporary, assuming things will return to normal after giving birth. But that’s not always the case.
For some women, there is persistent body pain and brain fog that doesn’t disappear and sometimes gets even worse. While pregnancy itself doesn’t cause fibromyalgia, it can trigger or intensify symptoms, making recovery difficult. Many women report developing fibromyalgia-like symptoms postpartum, while those who already have fibromyalgia notice stronger flare-ups. So why does this happen, and what can you do about it? Let’s discuss this in this blog.
ANF Therapy®️ is a new treatment for fibromyalgia. It uses small ANF Devices that are applied directly to the body. This therapy do not only aims to address the symptoms but also supports the natural healing process.
Is fibromyalgia common after pregnancy?
Studies suggest that nearly 50% of women experience fibromyalgia-like symptoms after childbirth, with these symptoms being more common in those who delivered via C-section compared to vaginal birth. However, it remains unclear whether these women had a history of fibromyalgia before pregnancy or if the condition developed postpartum.
Does Pregnancy Trigger Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a complex neurological disorder characterised by chronic pain, fatigue, insomnia, and cognitive impairment. However, the exact cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown. Some women experience fibromyalgia symptoms for the first time after giving birth. Others who were already diagnosed with fibromyalgia before pregnancy may notice a significant worsening of symptoms postpartum. Several factors are involved in this condition. These are:
1-Hormonal imbalance:
Pregnancy causes dramatic shifts in hormones, particularly pregnancy hormones (estrogen and progesterone). Estrogen plays an essential role in pain perception. This hormone drops after birth and may make women more susceptible to chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia.
2-Postpartum Sleep Deprivation:
New mothers often experience sleep disturbance, which can trigger or worsen fibromyalgia symptoms. Sleep deprivation increases pain sensitivity and fatigue, which are two major hallmarks of fibromyalgia.
3- Stress After Childbirth:
Labour and delivery put strain and stress on the body. Sometimes, it also causes musculoskeletal pain and hypersensitivity in the nervous system. This physical trauma could contribute to fibromyalgia symptoms in those who are already predisposed.
4-Increased Inflammation:
Recovery after birth includes tissue healing, immune system modulation, and potential inflammation. Low-grade inflammation is linked with fibromyalgia so an exaggerated inflammatory response may trigger fibromyalgia symptoms.
5-Emotional Stress and Anxiety:
Postpartum anxiety and depression are very common in young females. Chronic stress affects the nervous system, potentially triggering fibromyalgia in those with a genetic or biological predisposition.
Signs of Fibromyalgia After Pregnancy:
Women who develop fibromyalgia after childbirth often experience the following symptoms. These symptoms include:
- Persistent chronic pain in the body
- Chronic fatigue
- Brain fog (difficulty concentrating and memory issues)
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia)
- Headaches or migraines
- Sensitivity to touch, temperature, and sound
- Digestive issues
- Anxiety or depression
- Invisible inflammation
These symptoms can make it even more challenging for the mother to take care of a newborn, leading to more stress and anxiety.
How to Manage Fibromyalgia Symptoms Postpartum:
If you suspect that you have developed fibromyalgia after childbirth. You can manage your symptoms by following these ways and improving your overall health.
1-ANF Therapy®️:
ANF Therapy®️ is the newest treatment for managing fibromyalgia and associated symptoms. It uses small ANF Devices that are applied to the affected body areas. This treatment aims to support the body’s mechanisms of reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. It is designed to support the neurological frequencies, immune responses, and blood circulation in the affected areas.
If you are looking for a drug-free treatment, ANF Therapy®️ might be the best choice for you.
Outcome:
According to Dr. Mikel H-G Hoff, most patients experience quick relief from their symptoms soon after applying ANF Devices. However, the outcome varies from person to person, depending on the severity of the disease.
Start your journey with ANF Therapy®️:
ANF Therapy®️ is the newest treatment for managing fibromyalgia and associated symptoms. If you are suffering from fibromyalgia symptoms after birth, consult an ANF Practitioner or find an ANF Therapist at www.anftherapy.com/find-clinic to start your treatment with ANF Therapy®️ today! It provides a drug-free approach to address not only symptoms but also the root cause of the disease.
If you’re a healthcare practitioner and want to enhance your clinical skills with frequency medicine, learn more about the ANF Therapy®️ and ANF Clinical education program by visiting www.anfacademy.com.
2- Maintain your sleep hygiene:
Sleep is essential for maintaining normal health. Sleep deprivation worsens fibromyalgia symptoms. You can manage your sleep routine by following:
- Take a nap when your baby sleeps.
- Ask for help from a partner, family, or friends.
- Make a calming bedtime routine to improve sleep quality and stick to it.
- Dr. Mikel H-G Hoff has invented MC (medical calm) devices. Your ANF Therapist will use them to help you sleep better.
3-Gentle Exercise and Physical Therapy
Gentle exercises can also help to manage your fibromyalgia symptoms.
- Try postnatal yoga or stretching techniques to relieve muscle tension and increase muscle strength
- Go for short, easy walks in flat areas; avoid walking in rough areas
4-Healthy diet:
A good diet plan supports your health and promotes healing. Incorporate the following foods into your diet.
- Eat whole, anti-inflammatory foods (leafy greens, berries, fatty foods
- Stay hydrated, as dehydration can worsen fatigue and muscle pain.
- Avoid processed foods, sugar, and caffeine, which lead to energy crashes and trigger fibromyalgia symptoms.
5-Manage Stress and Mental Health:
Besides physical health, taking care of emotional health is crucial for you and your baby. To reduce stress:
- Practice mindfulness or meditation to calm the nervous system.
- Seek support from an ANF Therapist or support group.
When to seek medical attention:
If you suspect you have postpartum fibromyalgia, speak to your nearby ANF Therapists. While fibromyalgia is challenging to diagnose, ruling out other conditions like postpartum thyroid issues, autoimmune disorders, or chronic fatigue syndrome is important.
Takeaway:
Pregnancy and childbirth bring significant changes to the body, and for some women, they may trigger or worsen fibromyalgia symptoms. If you’re struggling with widespread pain, fatigue, and brain fog after giving birth, you are not alone. ANF Therapy®️ is there to support you. It provides a chemical-free approach to managing your symptoms. The therapy aims to provide faster and long-lasting results. Start your journey with ANF Therapy®️ today!
About ANF Therapy®️
ANF Therapy®️ uses circular ANF Devices, which are applied directly on the skin after palpation and assessment by a trained ANF Therapist following the ANF Therapy®️ Method, Patented Model no. U202030252, ES1259974.
The ANF Therapy®️ purpose is the alleviation of injury and pain within minutes.
Our aim is that the patient experiences a reduction of pain and swelling, an increase in range of motion, and an improvement in quality of life related to health. Non-transdermal, non-invasive device, NO needles or chemicals are used.
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