Fibromyalgia Treatment in Skokie
Chronic pain may be part of your story—but it doesn’t have to be the whole story. Keep reading to learn more about the possibilities for relief and recovery at StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine.
What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a long-term neurological disorder marked by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and heightened sensitivity to pressure and environmental stimuli. It affects how your brain and nervous system process pain signals, often intensifying the body’s response to even mild discomfort. Along with physical symptoms, many people with fibromyalgia also deal with sleep problems, brain fog, and emotional challenges such as anxiety or depression.
Although the exact cause of fibromyalgia isn’t fully understood, it's thought to involve abnormal pain processing, heightened nerve sensitivity, and imbalances in brain chemicals that regulate mood and perception. At StrIVeMD Wellness, our doctors in Skokie take a science-backed, patient-first approach to managing fibromyalgia. With advanced treatments like ketamine therapy, we help patients experience meaningful relief and regain quality of life, especially when conventional therapies haven’t delivered results.
Do I Have Fibromyalgia?
Ongoing Pain Throughout the Body
Fibromyalgia is characterized by persistent, diffuse pain that impacts multiple areas of the body. Pain is often described as aching, burning, or throbbing, and it may fluctuate in intensity from day to day.
Exhaustion That Doesn’t Improve With Rest
You may feel persistently drained, even after a full night’s sleep. Many individuals with fibromyalgia report non-restorative sleep and low energy levels that interfere with daily function.
Mental Fog & Cognitive Slowness
Often referred to as “fibro fog,” this symptom includes difficulty with memory, focus, and mental clarity, making everyday tasks feel unusually difficult or overwhelming.
Oversensitivity to Light, Sound, and Touch
Fibromyalgia can make you more reactive to physical sensations and environmental triggers. Bright lights, loud noises, changes in temperature, or even light pressure may feel unusually uncomfortable or painful.
Our Unique Approach to Fibromyalgia Treatment
Restoring Nervous System Balance
Fibromyalgia stems from dysregulated pain processing in the brain. Our treatments work to calm these overactive pain pathways, helping reduce overall sensitivity and improve your resilience to pain triggers.
Breakthrough Ketamine Therapy
Ketamine has emerged as a powerful option for chronic pain relief, particularly in fibromyalgia cases that have proven resistant to medications. It helps disrupt pain signaling, lower inflammation, and promote neural repair, all without the side effects of long-term opioid use.
Integrative, Whole-Body Healing
We go beyond symptom management. By blending medical innovation with holistic care, our goal is to support your emotional, neurological, and physical health in harmony.
Custom Plans for Real Life
Fibromyalgia impacts each person differently. That’s why our treatment plans are fully personalized—designed to target your unique symptoms and help you sleep better, move easier, and think more clearly.
The Fibromyalgia Treatment Process
step 1
Initial Evaluation & Health Review
Your care begins with a thorough intake, where we learn about your health history, current symptoms, and previous treatments. This helps us design a care plan that meets your specific needs.
step 2
Ketamine Infusion Sessions
Administered in a calm, medically supervised environment, ketamine infusions can help decrease chronic pain, improve mood, and reduce fatigue by enhancing communication between brain regions involved in pain regulation.
step 3
Progress Check-Ins & Adjustments
We monitor your experience throughout the treatment process, making real-time adjustments to your dosage, schedule, or support plan to maximize your results.
step 4
Continued Care & Supportive Therapies
Our approach doesn’t stop after your infusions. We offer ongoing support, including nutritional recommendations, sleep optimization, and stress management strategies to help you sustain your progress.
FAQs About Fibromyalgia & Treatment
What makes ketamine effective for fibromyalgia?
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Ketamine affects the glutamate system, which plays a central role in how the brain processes pain. It works differently from typical pain medications by resetting the nervous system’s response to pain, which can lead to long-term improvements in sensitivity, mood, and mental function.
Is ketamine therapy safe for chronic pain conditions?
Yes. Ketamine has a long-standing safety profile when administered by experienced medical professionals. At StrIVeMD Wellness, all treatments are conducted in a controlled, supportive setting with careful monitoring for comfort and safety.
When will I start to feel better?
Some patients notice a reduction in pain and fatigue within 24–48 hours of their first infusion. For others, relief comes gradually over several sessions. A full treatment series often leads to sustained benefits lasting weeks or even months.
Get the Relief
You Deserve
You’ve tried pushing through the pain. Now, it’s time for something different. At StrIVeMD Wellness, we’re committed to helping you reclaim your energy, mental clarity, and comfort with therapies that work.
Book your consultation today and begin your path toward healing.