What Most Don't Understand About Fibromyalgia

If you’re one of the estimated 4 million Americans living with fibromyalgia, you know firsthand how deeply misunderstood this condition can be. The challenges go beyond chronic physical pain — there’s often a lack of understanding from both the general public and even well-meaning medical professionals.

Fibromyalgia is a complex, often invisible disorder that impacts the nervous system, disrupts sleep, clouds mental clarity, and leaves you with relentless fatigue. But one of the hardest parts of fibromyalgia isn’t just the symptoms — it’s the feeling of being dismissed or not fully seen.

At Minnesota Integrative Medicine & Acupuncture in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Kierstin Beaman, DACM, and her team know your experience is real.

We don’t just look at helping you control symptoms, we want to help uncover the root imbalances in the body that may be causing your condition. 

Fibromyalgia isn’t imaginary

One of the most difficult parts of living with fibromyalgia is the stigma. Because there are no standard lab tests to “prove” the condition, you may be told your pain is all in your head. But research continues to show that fibromyalgia is a real and measurable condition rooted in the way the brain and nervous system process pain.

What many don’t realize is that fibromyalgia involves overactive nerve pathways that make pain signals worse. These happen even in the absence of actual tissue damage. Fibromyalgia can make even gentle touch, noise, or stress feel overwhelming.

Why conventional treatment falls short

Standard treatment for fibromyalgia typically includes pain medications, antidepressants, and sleep aids. While these may offer short-term relief, they often don’t address the deeper systemic imbalances contributing to the condition. Many patients still feel tired, foggy, and in pain, even when they follow their conventional treatment plan. 

How acupuncture and other natural approaches help

We use a combination of advanced, noninvasive therapies designed to calm the nervous system, reduce inflammation, and retrain the body’s pain response.

Acupuncture is particularly effective when it comes to easing fibromyalgia. Studies on acupuncture for fibromyalgia have reported benefits like reduced pain, better sleep, and improved quality of life, though the overall strength of the evidence ranges from modest to moderate.

Acupuncture regulates the flow of energy, resulting in better overall feelings of wellness among patients.

Your personalized fibromyalgia treatment plan may also include:

Ozone therapy

Research says ozone therapy infusions increase oxygenation at the cellular level, improve mitochondrial function, and reduce chronic inflammation — all essential for fibromyalgia relief.

Terahertz frequency therapy

This frequency-based treatment gently stimulates cells and improves circulation, supporting tissue healing and pain reduction without invasive methods.

Microcurrent therapy

Microcurrent therapy delivers ultra-low electrical impulses that mimic the body’s natural bioelectric field, enhancing cellular repair and calming nerve hypersensitivity. Research supports its safety and efficacy.

Together, these therapies offer a holistic, drug-free path to managing fibromyalgia symptoms and reclaiming quality of life.

Find relief today

Fibromyalgia can feel isolating, but at Minnesota Integrative Medicine & Acupuncture, we offer real, natural solutions that can help. Our goal is to treat you as a whole, unique person. We help you feel seen, supported, and genuinely better.

If you’re living with fibromyalgia and feel like nothing has worked, reach out to Minnesota Integrative Medicine & Acupuncture. Call us at 651-964-3868, or book an appointment online today.