Penny/All Any one heard of this Doc?

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He is too far away for me but is the kind of person I would consult.

Dental issues are high on his agenda, including dental bite etc.

Wallace

Understanding Fibromyalgia (often related to CFIDS) Syndrome

By. R. Kellas, Ph.D.

Do you find yourself having brain fog in the middle of the day at

work, are you tired all the time, well you might want to explore

information on Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFIDS)

Many people have asked questions about the Fibromyalgia Syndrome

(FS) - especially what can be done about it. Most people do not even

know what it is, or that it even exists. In fact, as many as 5% of

outpatient doctor visits may be due to the FS. The Fibromyalgia

Syndrome is often overlooked as a diagnosis, and many doctors find it

easier to diagnose some form of depression.

Why is this?

There are no diagnostic tests, such as a blood test, x-ray, urine

test, or biopsy, to help make a diagnosis.

Fibromyalgia: The Facts

Originally named fibrositis - meaning connective tissue inflammation

the syndrome is a common form of chronic, generalized muscular pain

and fatigue. In recent years its name has been changed to reflect the

finding that it does not involve inflammation of the tissues, but

rather unexplained pain (myalgia) in them.

These patients suffer from chronic diffuse muscle aching; muscle

soreness accompanied with poor sleep patterns. Fatigue morning

stiffness, and frequently an affective dysfunction. Most FS patients

complain primarily of muscular pain, but some have also reported

articular pain, swelling of the hands or knees and numbness or

coldness of the extremities.

Fibromyalgia

In the treatment of the many fibromyalgia patients we have seen that

some of the following can relate to possible causes and/or

contributors to fibromyalgia.

Structural problems such as unresolved whiplash, a fall, concussion,

TMJ/TMD or a turned jaw can contribute to fibromyalgia in some people.

If the head is too far forward on the body, muscles can fire

continuously to balance the jaw and head. The muscles throughout the

body release lactic acid which can contribute to muscle pain and

fatigue. If this condition remains untreated, the acidity can

decalcify the long bones as calcium is released to buffer the acid,

setting the stage for osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.

Electrolyte (mineral) imbalance can cause muscle spasm and cramping,

especially deficiencies of potassium, magnesium or calcium, or salt.

Allergies such as nickel, foods, molds and airborne allergens can

cause tightening of the meningeal mediated system, best known for

spinal meningitis. This system is the covering of the brain and

spinal cord, and toxins and allergens can cause this to contract,

which in turn can lead to back, neck & head pain.

Pathogenic microorganisms (parasites) such as giardia, bacteria such

as helicobacter, fungus, or any long-term infection can put out

toxins and blood sugar swings, which can also cause tightening of the

meningeal mediated system and affect the head, neck and spine.

A total body burden of many or all of these things listed that is

greater than one can handle can express itself as overall pain in

those who are susceptible, just as the " weak link " of others may be

headache or fatigue.

Poor blood or lymph circulation or clumping of blood (shown in the

Homograph, a test done at CAM). This reduces the oxygen to the

muscles and tissues, causing aching similar to that experienced by

runners who push themselves too far. Exercise only increases lactic

acid and lowers oxygen more.

A blood pH that is too acidic may be a contributor. This condition is

similar to the aching caused by lactic acid buildup in the muscles of

runners. Heavy metals and chemicals may be causing the acidity in the

first place.

Disorders of the mitochondria, the power plants of the cell, can

cause intolerance to exercise. An increase in pain or fatigue after

even mild exercise could be related to mitochondrial disorders.

What can be done for Fibromyalgia?

1. Stop bombing your body with toxins & allergens.

2. Detoxify and cleanse your body.

3. Desensitize allergens, unblock pathways ( see above)

4. Biochemical, nutritional support

5. Align, balance body structures.

6. Eliminate microorganismsms and disease-producing parasites from

the body.

7. Rebuild/Restore the body.

Coping with a chronic disease is difficult under the best of

circumstances, but dealing with a disease that is not well understood

heightens anxiety. For most people, getting a diagnosis is an

important first step in the overall healing and coping process.

As scientists learn more about fibromyalgia and doctors become more

adept at diagnosing it, tomorrow is indeed bound to be better for

people with this finally recognized, but still little-understood

condition.

R. Kellas Ph.D is one of the nation's leading pioneers in

natural health and healing. Dr. Kellas also hosts the syndicated

California radio program " Health Talk - A Second Opinion " and is the

noted co-author of " Thriving in a Toxic World " , " Surviving the Toxic

Crisis " and author of " The Toxic Immune Syndrome Cookbook. " He is

also the co-founder wth Mark Drucker, MD of the Center for Advanced

Medicine in Encinitas, Ca., integrating medical, dental and

chiropractic services and serving patients all over the U.S.

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