Take control of your symptoms to live your best life
If you have fibromyalgia, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the pain
and fatigue. Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare can help
you take control of this chronic illness so you can focus on enjoying
your life again. Our Fibromyalgia Programs are designed to enable you
to take a more active role in your health and, ultimately, reduce your
symptoms and long-term healthcare costs.
The Fibromyalgia Programs at Casa Colina are led by experienced physical
and occupational therapists. The programs are based on a wellness model
that is designed to educate patients with fibromyalgia in the self-management
of health, including pain management and energy conservation, and to provide
the necessary skills to return to an active and more fulfilling lifestyle.
Our most comprehensive 8-week program meets three days per week for sessions
two to three hours in length. We also have a less intensive 6-week program
that meets twice weekly for one hour each session. These and other options
are discussed at the time of the evaluation.
You will be evaluated by a physical therapist before you begin the program.
Your therapy will then be comprised of the following three components.
An aquatic program that will enable you to use:
An indoor warm-water pool (94-96 degrees)
Gentle walking and arm movements
Resistive exercises
Aquatic exercise equipment
An education program that will cover topics such as:
Fibromyalgia issues
Stress management
Nutrition
Physiology of exercise
Understanding pain
Energy conservation and body mechanics
Complimentary and holistic medicine
Lifestyle management
Coping skills
Psychological impact of fibromyalgia
An exercise program that will show you proper techniques for:
Relaxation to reduce pain and tension
Stretching to increase range of motion and flexibility
Strengthening to encourage greater mobility and balance
Pacing oneself to avoid symptom flare-ups
Preventing injuries or strains
Tai Chi and Yoga
We'll introduce you to new coping skills to help you improve your diet,
mood, pain, and ability to sleep. Every session will involve one hour
of pool therapy, one hour of education, and (after the initial two weeks)
one hour of exercise. Every visit will show you new ways to feel better
and improve your quality of life.
Casa Colina also offers community
Support Groups for both teens and adults living with fibromyalgia. These groups meet
monthly to provide ongoing peer support and education for those diagnosed
with fibromyalgia.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Outpatient
Services at
909/596-7733, ext. 3500 or toll-free
866/724-4127, ext. 3500 or
contact us now.
