http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpaInterviews with experts on the latest news about fibromyalgia and chronic pain, hosted by Jan Chambers, president of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain AssociationenCopyright Jan Chambers (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 14:15:00 GMTTue, 19 Aug 2014 01:00:00 GMTHealthBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/ffeb7d68-bbcd-4ca6-8574-4ccaf758822f_fmcpa-logo-square-tm-url-for-blogtalkradio-profile-image.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpaInterviews with experts on the latest news about fibromyalgia and chronic pain, hosted by Jan Chambers, president of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Associationfeeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comhealth,fibromyalgia,jan chambers,pain,fibro,national fibromyalgia and chronic pain association,national fibromyalgia chronic pain association,research,adults,american congress of rehabilitation medicineSharing knowledge from expertsnoInterviews with experts on the latest news about fibromyalgia and chronic pain, hosted by Jan Chambers, president of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Asepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/19/dr-bruce-gillis-unique-immunology-patterns-in-fibromyalgiaHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/19/dr-bruce-gillis-unique-immunology-patterns-in-fibromyalgia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/19/dr-bruce-gillis-unique-immunology-patterns-in-fibromyalgiaTue, 19 Aug 2014 01:00:00 GMTDr. Bruce Gillis: Unique Immunology Patterns in FibromyalgiaFor decades, debate has raged over whether fibromyalgia (FM) is a real medical disease. Dr. Bruce Gillis talks about research at the University of Illinois at Chicago that shows what's happening with the immune system in FM.  Measurable biomarkers from this landmark study resulted in the first clinical test for fibromyalgia (Fm/a Test).  Dr. Gillis is a family practice physician whose company (EpicGenetics) is central to the fulfillment of the laboratory work necessary to unequivocally diagnose FM.  The study conclusion showed that cytokine responses to mitogenic activators or PBMC isolated from patients with FM were significantly lower than those of healthy individuals, implying that cell-mediated immunity is impaired in FM patients.  This novel cytokine assay revealed unique and valuable immunologic traits, which, when combined with clinical patterns, can offer a diagnostic methodology.  This scientific test offers the possibility for people who suspect they have fibromyalgia but have never been diagnosed to have a way to find out if their symptoms are actually fibromyalgia. Dr. Gillis discusses the study, how it was done, as well as a follow-up study that was presented at the 2013 American College of Rheumatology meeting.  This ground breaking research is poised to change the way fibromyalgia is viewed by the medical community and help to bring closure to skepticism experienced by people with fibromyalgia. For more information:  http://www.fmcpaware.org/fm-a-real-medical-disease 00:23:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromyalgia,Fm/a Test,Gillis,test,immune systemFor decades, debate has raged over whether fibromyalgia (FM) is a real medical disease. Dr. Bruce Gillis talks about research at the University of Illinois at Chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/12/light-a-window-to-pain-in-the-brainHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/12/light-a-window-to-pain-in-the-brain/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/08/12/light-a-window-to-pain-in-the-brainTue, 12 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMTLight: A Window to Pain in the Brain?Why do people with fibromyalgia (FM) avoid bright lights and watching TV in the dark? Does light sensitivity (photophobia) affect the brains of people with FM? To help discover answers to these question, the "Light: A Window to Pain in the Brain" study is designed to unmask the brain changes that may be key to the development and progression of chronic pain.  Pain Chat's guest, clinical researcher and expert on FM Dr. Kim Jones, answers questions about the new study. Recently, researchers found that FM patients are more light sensitive than healthy counterparts, which may be related to activation of their brain’s pain-sensitive regions. Researchers at Oregon Health & Sciences University (OHSU) plan to use an advanced type of imaging called functional MRI (fMRI) to see if light produces changes in brain pain centers of people with FM but not in healthy controls.  Pain is defined as a sensory experience from injury to bodily tissue. Understanding of acute pain is relatively advanced while chronic pain is not. Chronic pain is  now recognized as a “changed brain state.” OHSU’s study is a step towards a practical biomarker that might identify central sensitization and lead to  treatments. In centralized pain, abnormal sensitivity to non-injurious peripheral stimuli can be experienced as pain. For people with FM, noise is louder, light is brighter and even a gentle touch can be painful. All associated researchers are donating their time to this study and have asked for community help to cover time using the fMRI ($12,000: $1,000 per participant). A unique opportunity to directly support FM research with 100% of your tax-deductible donation at Consano. 00:26:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromyalgia,fibro,chronic,pain,researchWhy do people with fibromyalgia (FM) avoid bright lights and watching TV in the dark? Does light sensitivity (photophobia) affect the brains of people with FM?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/06/13/elizabeth-christy-author-of-why-does-mommy-hurt-shares-insights-about-kids-1Healthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/06/13/elizabeth-christy-author-of-why-does-mommy-hurt-shares-insights-about-kids-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2014/06/13/elizabeth-christy-author-of-why-does-mommy-hurt-shares-insights-about-kids-1Fri, 13 Jun 2014 15:00:00 GMTElizabeth Christy, author of Why Does Mommy Hurt? shares insights about kidsJoin us as author Elizabeth Christy talks about her just-released book Why Does Mommy Hurt?  When Elizabeth tried to find a book to explain her pain to her son, she couldn't find one.  So she wrote one herself!  Insights, questions, and conversation starters with the children in our lives. 00:23:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnoElizabeth Christy,Why Does Mommy Hurt?,pain,fibromyalgia,talkJoin us as author Elizabeth Christy talks about her just-released book Why Does Mommy Hurt?  When Elizabeth tried to find a book to explain her pain to her son,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2012/01/13/exercise-and-brain-function-in-people-with-fibromyalgiaFitnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2012/01/13/exercise-and-brain-function-in-people-with-fibromyalgia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2012/01/13/exercise-and-brain-function-in-people-with-fibromyalgiaFri, 13 Jan 2012 17:00:00 GMTExercise and Brain Function in People with Fibromyalgia Host Jan Chambers, president and founder of the NFMCPA, will be talking with special guest, C. Jessie Jones, PhD, Professor and Chair of Health Science and Founder and Director of California State University, Fullerton's Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Research and Education Center.  Dr. Jones, who was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1998, will discuss how exercise improves cognitive function; what type of exercise is best for fibromyalgia and chronic pain and improving brain function, especially for people with fibromyalgia  Dr. Jones will also share tips and advice on how to get motivated for physical activity in 2012, as outlined in her article in the January/February 2012 issue of Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain LIFE magazine, “Strategies to Stay Motivated for Exercising in the New Year.” 00:29:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromyalgia,jessie jones,jan chambers,exercise,national fibromyalgia chronic pain associationHost Jan Chambers, president and founder of the NFMCPA, will be talking with special guest, C. Jessie Jones, PhD, Professor and Chair of Health Science and Fouhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/12/09/relieving-pain-in-america-how-you-can-help-to-improve-careHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/12/09/relieving-pain-in-america-how-you-can-help-to-improve-care/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/12/09/relieving-pain-in-america-how-you-can-help-to-improve-careFri, 09 Dec 2011 17:00:00 GMTRelieving Pain in America: How you can help to improve care TIME: 9:00 am PST/12:00 pm EST Host Jan Chambers, president and founder of the NFMCPA, will be chatting with special guest, Myra Christopher, Director of Pain Action Alliance Initiative: A National Strategy (PAAINS) and the Kathleen M. Foley Chair for the Center for Practical Bioethics. The IOM Report was published in June of 2011, like so many before it.  What makes this Report distinct?  Why are organizations and stake holders working collaboratively to advance this report?  How is it interrelated to the Affordable Healthcare Act?  Why does this particular IOM Report matter to every person in America? Christopher will be discussing her role as a member of the Pain Study Committee at the Institutes of Medicine focused on the undertreatment of pain which produced the IOM report, “Relieving Pain In American: A Blueprint for Transformation in Prevention, Care, Education and Research.” The historic report was submitted to Congress this past June. Chambers is also the Co-Director for the Pain Care Forum IOM Task Force. Christopher will talk about some of her personal insights on why the IOM Report on “Relieving Pain in America” was created and how the committee created this report.  She will also discuss her reflections about working with the Committee and what can be accomplished with this valuable IOM Report.   “Guiding patients to advocate for themselves and the fibromyalgia community both on local and national levels is one of the top priorities of the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association for 2012,” said Jan Chambers, “So, I’m looking forward to this important discussion with Myra to help our community learn how we can be the most effective at helping advance the expectations of our policy and decision makers to act responsively to the IOM Report.” 00:21:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnomyra christopher,fibromyalgia,IOM Report,Jan Chambers,National Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain AssociationTIME: 9:00 am PST/12:00 pm EST Host Jan Chambers, president and founder of the NFMCPA, will be chatting with special guest, Myra Christopher, Director of Painhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/11/11/surviving-the-holidays-with-fibromyalgia-chronic-painHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/11/11/surviving-the-holidays-with-fibromyalgia-chronic-pain/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/11/11/surviving-the-holidays-with-fibromyalgia-chronic-painFri, 11 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMTSurviving the Holidays with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Major holidays like Christmas and Hannukah can be hectic even for the healthiest adult. Getting through them when you have a difficult and often unpredictable condition like fibromyalgia can be especially hard.  Our guest for this podcast, Jean McMillan, is a writer with a part-time retail job that kicks into overdrive on Black Friday. Jean suffers from fibromyalgia and chronic pain and has had to drastically revise her celebration style in order to survive the holidays. She shares some tips in her article, "Surviving the Holidays with Fibromyalgia," in our November 2011 issue of Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain LIFE magazine.  Jean will be talking with us about her key strategies for not just surviving but enjoying the holidays, too! 00:19:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromyalgia,holidays,Jean McMillan,Jan Chambers,National Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain AssociationMajor holidays like Christmas and Hannukah can be hectic even for the healthiest adult. Getting through them when you have a difficult and often unpredictablehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/28/physical-cognitive-performance-relationship-to-fibromyalgiaHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/28/physical-cognitive-performance-relationship-to-fibromyalgia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/28/physical-cognitive-performance-relationship-to-fibromyalgiaFri, 28 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMTPhysical &Cognitive Performance Relationship to Fibromyalgia What are the differences in cognitive performance between individuals with and without fibromyalgia? What are factors that might be related to better cognitive performance, and does fall risk have to do with it? Barbara Cherry, Ph.D, will discus her latest published study on cognitive performance in older adults and individuals who experience fibromyalgia and chronic pain.   The study, "Positive Associations Between Physical and Cognitive Performance Measures in Fibromyalgia," was published by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine.   Barbara Cherry, Ph.D., is currently an associate professor in the Department of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), where she teaches cognitive psychology and research methods. Dr. Cherry conducts research on cognitive aging, and collaborates with investigators at both CSUF and the University of Southern California on successful aging. She also recently became coordinator for the Gerontology Academic Program at CSUF, and a member of the research faculty for the Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Center at CSUF: http://fmcp.fullerton.edu/ 00:20:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromylagia,Barbara Cherry,Cal State University Fullerton,American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine,adultsWhat are the differences in cognitive performance between individuals with and without fibromyalgia? What are factors that might be related to better cognitivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/14/step-therapy-fails-for-fibromyalgia-patientsHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/14/step-therapy-fails-for-fibromyalgia-patients/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/nfmcpa/2011/10/14/step-therapy-fails-for-fibromyalgia-patientsFri, 14 Oct 2011 15:00:00 GMT"Step-Therapy" Fails for Fibromyalgia Patients The National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association issued a position paper recently that calls for an end to step-therapy or fail-first as insufficient treatment options which needlessly prolong the suffering of fibromyalgia and chronic pain patients. The NFMCPA is the first nonprofit organization to issue a paper on this subject specifically addressing and advocating for the needs of the fibromyalgia and chronic pain patients. 00:15:00Sharing knowledge from expertsnofibromyalgia,Jan Favero Chambers,Step Therapy,National Fibromyalgia Chronic Pain Association,IOM Pain reportThe National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association issued a position paper recently that calls for an end to step-therapy or fail-first as insufficient treat