If everyday tasks feel exhausting, or if your body aches in ways that are hard to explain, you’re not imagining it. Fibromyalgia is real—and so is the relief that comes from being supported by people who understand how it affects your entire life.
At West Henday Physical Therapy, we offer Fibromyalgia Physiotherapy in Edmonton that’s gentle, goal-focused, and built around how your body feels, not just a checklist of exercises.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been living with fibromyalgia pain for years, we’re here to help you move better, manage your symptoms, and feel more in control of your daily routine.
Fibromyalgia isn’t just about sore muscles. It can show up as:
Because it’s complex and unpredictable, it often doesn’t respond well to one-size-fits-all treatments. That’s why fibromyalgia therapies must be adapted gently and thoughtfully, based on where you are today.
Fibromyalgia Physiotherapy in Edmonton focuses on calming the nervous system, easing physical tension, and helping you build activity tolerance without triggering flare-ups. Our role isn’t to “push you harder”—it’s to help your body move in a way that promotes recovery, not resistance.
Physiotherapy helps to:
At West Henday Physical Therapy, we tailor your treatment based on how you’re feeling, day by day. Common approaches include:
We start with slow, controlled movements to engage your body without causing fatigue or pain. This helps loosen stiffness, ease tension, and gradually improve your movement throughout the day.
Soft, hands-on techniques target areas of tension and sensitivity, helping reduce discomfort in muscles and fascia affected by chronic pain. It’s especially helpful when feeling “tight all over” or dealing with body-wide soreness.
Instead of traditional workouts, we use extremely gradual physical activity—often just minutes at a time—to help your body build stamina without triggering post-exercise crashes. The goal is consistency, not intensity.
Breathing techniques and gentle posture training help reduce tension, support energy efficiency, and promote calm in your nervous system. These small shifts can ease physical strain during everyday tasks.
We help you find a rhythm that matches your energy levels to avoid the common “push and crash” cycle. This includes rest strategies, movement scheduling, and building a sustainable routine.
For some clients, gentle mobilization techniques can reduce stiffness and improve nerve glide, especially if pain is accompanied by tingling, tightness, or radiating discomfort. We only apply these when the body is ready for it.
Depending on your needs, we may integrate heat therapy, guided relaxation, or supportive positioning to help calm overactive pain signals and create a more restful state.
Understanding how fibromyalgia affects your muscles, nerves, and energy systems is a powerful part of feeling more in control. We teach simple strategies that make a big difference, like how to move smarter, not harder.
Fibromyalgia often affects more than just one part of the body—and that’s exactly why our approach is full-body, flexible, and focused on relief that lasts.
At West Henday Physical Therapy, our fibromyalgia treatments address a range of physical symptoms, movement limitations, and pain patterns that are common in this condition.
Here are the main areas we help support:
Chronic, generalized muscle soreness that doesn’t go away with rest. We focus on gentle movement, soft tissue release, and energy-based pacing to reduce tightness and help you feel more at ease in your body.
Even though fibromyalgia doesn’t damage joints, it often causes stiffness, especially in the morning or after resting. We use movement therapy and mobility work to restore smoother, less painful motion.
The physical exhaustion that follows activity—even mild effort—is real. We teach pacing strategies and help you rebuild activity tolerance slowly and safely.
Localized pain spots in the neck, shoulders, back, or hips that feel like deep knots. We apply myofascial release and gentle manual therapy to help reduce sensitivity and discomfort.
A common hotspot for fibromyalgia pain. We work to improve posture, relax overactive muscles, and reduce the strain that builds up from daily tension or poor sleep positions.
Tension-type headaches or migraines are triggered by tight upper body muscles. Our approach addresses posture, breathing, and mobility to reduce frequency and intensity.
Chronic lower back or pelvic pain—sometimes worsened by prolonged sitting or standing. We use core stability, posture support, and gentle exercises to reduce strain.
Many people with fibromyalgia feel slightly off-balance or unsteady. We include proprioceptive training and grounding techniques to improve coordination and reduce fall risk.
We provide support during and after flare-ups, focusing on calming your system, maintaining movement safely, and restoring comfort step by step.
Each treatment plan is adapted to match your symptoms, energy level, and comfort, because fibromyalgia affects everyone differently, and so should your physiotherapy.
Your first visit starts with a conversation, not a workout. We’ll take time to understand your:
From there, we’ll create a customized plan that fits your pace, not a standard protocol. Over time, you’ll gain tools to manage your symptoms, reduce fibro pain, and feel more confident with your movement.
Yes. Every session is adjusted based on how you feel that day. Whether you're in a flare or having a better week, we adapt the treatment to match your energy, comfort, and pain levels. You’ll never be pushed into movements that aggravate your symptoms—everything is gentle, intentional, and done at your pace.
No. Our approach is about relief, not pushing through pain. We use light movement, pacing strategies, and manual techniques to calm your nervous system and support your body without overwhelming it.
That depends on your symptoms, energy levels, and goals. Many clients benefit from weekly visits, while others prefer biweekly sessions. We’ll help you find a rhythm that works without adding stress or pressure to your schedule.
If fibromyalgia pain is holding you back, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. Our team is here to support your movement, your mindset, and your ability to feel better over time.
Book your assessment at West Henday Physical Therapy today, and let’s start building your plan for sustainable, everyday relief.
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